Spicy Chickpea Quinoa Bowl
A quick, delicious bowl packed with healthy chickpeas, quinoa, and vibrant veggies, perfect for comfort food lovers.
Ingredients
Grain Base
- 1 cup Quinoa Rinse before cooking for a nutty flavor.
Main Ingredients
- 1 can Canned Chickpeas, drained and rinsed Provides the protein punch.
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved Adds a juicy burst of sweetness.
- 1 small Red Onion, diced For a bit of crunchy bite.
- 1 avocado Diced Avocado Adds creamy goodness.
- handful Fresh Cilantro, chopped For a fresh pop of flavor.
Spices & Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use in moderation.
- 1 teaspoon Cumin For earthy tones.
- 1 teaspoon Paprika For smoky depth.
- 1 teaspoon Chili Powder For extra kick.
- to taste Salt and Pepper Essential seasoning.
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse quinoa under cold water.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and let cook for about 15 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) for roasting chickpeas.
- Toss chickpeas in olive oil, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway.
- While quinoa and chickpeas are cooking, chop cherry tomatoes and red onion.
Assembly
- Once both quinoa and chickpeas are ready, assemble the bowl starting with quinoa as the base.
- Add roasted chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, and avocado on top.
- Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and drizzle with more olive oil if desired.
Notes
For best results, use vegetable broth instead of water for cooking quinoa. You can add a spoons of tahini or yogurt for a creamier texture and a splash of lime juice for extra zing.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgFiber: 12gSugar: 4g
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