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Quick and Easy Spiced Chickpea Bowls Recipe

Quick and Easy Spiced Chickpea Bowls Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Quick and Easy Spiced Chickpea Bowls are a delicious and nutritious meal option perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner. Flavorful roasted chickpeas are paired with quinoa, fresh vegetables, and tangy feta cheese, creating a Mediterranean-inspired dish that is both filling and satisfying.


Ingredients

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Roasted Chickpeas:

  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Bowls:

  • 2 cups cooked quinoa or rice
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup diced cucumber
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chickpeas dry with a paper towel.
  2. In a bowl, toss the chickpeas with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper if using, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the chickpeas in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring once, until crispy.
  4. Meanwhile, prepare the bowls by dividing the cooked quinoa or rice among serving bowls.
  5. Top with shredded carrots, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, roasted chickpeas, and crumbled feta.
  6. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Add sliced avocado or a dollop of hummus for extra creaminess.
  • To make it vegan, omit the feta or use a plant-based alternative.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting, Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 460
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 64g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg