Roasted Chickpea Power Bowl (Printable Version)

Crispy spiced chickpeas, roasted sweet potatoes and vegetables over quinoa with creamy tahini dressing. A satisfying Mediterranean-inspired meal ready in 50 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Roasted Chickpeas

01 - 1 can (14 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Roasted Vegetables

08 - 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
09 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
10 - 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
11 - 1 small zucchini, sliced
12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
14 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Grains

15 - 1 cup cooked quinoa, brown rice, farro, or bulgur

→ Tahini Dressing

16 - 1/4 cup tahini
17 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
18 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
19 - 1 clove garlic, minced
20 - 3 to 4 tablespoons water
21 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ For Serving

22 - 2 cups baby spinach or mixed greens
23 - 1 avocado, sliced
24 - Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Pat chickpeas dry with a clean towel. Toss with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread in an even layer on one baking sheet.
03 - In a separate bowl, toss sweet potato, bell pepper, red onion, and zucchini with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on the second baking sheet.
04 - Roast both trays for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until chickpeas are crispy and vegetables are tender with light caramelization.
05 - Prepare grains according to package instructions if not already cooked.
06 - Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, minced garlic, salt, and water until you reach a creamy, pourable consistency.
07 - Divide greens among four bowls. Top with grains, roasted vegetables, roasted chickpeas, and avocado slices. Drizzle with tahini dressing and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Those roasted chickpeas are genuinely addictive, crispy on the outside with that perfect savory warmth from the spices.
  • It comes together in under an hour but feels intentional enough for company or just yourself on a day that needs feeding properly.
  • The tahini dressing tastes restaurant-quality but comes from five simple ingredients you probably already have.
02 -
  • The chickpeas must be completely dry before roasting or they'll steam and stay soft instead of becoming crispy, which is the whole point.
  • Don't overcrowd the baking sheets or your vegetables will steam instead of caramelizing, and that's where the real flavor lives.
03 -
  • Toast whole cumin seeds and fresh paprika in a dry skillet before grinding for a depth that tastes handmade and intentional.
  • Make a double batch of tahini dressing and keep it in a jar because it elevates roasted vegetables, grain bowls, and even simple toast throughout the week.
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