Description
A simple, satisfying bowl featuring quinoa, seasoned chickpeas, and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 2 cups mixed greens (spinach or kale)
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon water (for dressing)
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa: Combine rinsed quinoa and water or broth in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- Season the chickpeas: In a small bowl, toss the drained chickpeas with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the chickpeas: Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chickpeas and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly crispy.
- Prepare the dressing: Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of water until smooth. Add more water, a teaspoon at a time, if you prefer a thinner consistency.
- Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked quinoa among serving bowls. Top with mixed greens, cooked chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Drizzle the tahini dressing over the bowls before serving.
Notes
- You can roast the chickpeas instead of pan-frying for a crispier texture. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes.
- Add avocado slices for extra healthy fat.
- Use any cooked grain you prefer, such as brown rice or farro.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Stovetop Assembly
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 19
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 75
- Fiber: 18
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: chickpea, quinoa, buddha bowl, vegan, vegetarian, healthy, savory, grain bowl