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A vibrant Mediterranean Chickpea Bowl with roasted zucchini, peppers, and creamy tahini dressing.
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High-Protein Mediterranean Chickpea and Roasted Veggie Bowl

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 485kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dry white quinoa
  • 2 cups low -sodium vegetable broth
  • 2 cans (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 red bell peppers, seeded and diced
  • 1 large zucchini , halved and sliced
  • 1 large red onion, sliced into wedges
  • 3 tablespoons extra -virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.25 cup tahin i
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon warm water
  • 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  • Place chickpeas, bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Drizzle the vegetables and chickpeas with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; toss to coat evenly.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, tossing halfway through, until vegetables are tender and chickpeas are slightly crisp.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and warm water until the dressing is smooth and pourable.
  • Divide the cooked quinoa among four bowls and top each with the roasted vegetable and chickpea mixture.
  • Garnish each bowl with crumbled feta and fresh parsley, then drizzle with the lemon-tahini dressing before serving.