Moroccan-Spiced Chickpea and Quinoa Power Bowl
A vibrant and nutrient-dense vegetarian bowl inspired by Moroccan flavours. It features fluffy quinoa, spiced chickpeas, roasted vegetables, and a refreshing lemon-tahini dressing, creating a perfectly balanced and satisfying meal.
1255 calories
$5 per serving
$35 min
2 servings
vegetarian, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 150g quinoa, uncooked
- 400g can of chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons (45g) tahini
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Handful of fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1.Preheat your oven to 200°C. On a large baking sheet, toss the cubed sweet potato, sliced bell pepper, and red onion wedges with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes, until tender and slightly caramelized.
- 2.While the vegetables roast, cook the quinoa. Rinse 150g of quinoa, add it to a pot with 300ml of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until all water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- 3.Prepare the dressing by whisking together 3 tablespoons of tahini, 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Add 2-3 tablespoons of water, one at a time, until you reach a smooth, pourable consistency.
- 4.In the last 5 minutes of roasting, add the rinsed chickpeas to the baking sheet with the vegetables and toss to warm them through and coat them in the spices.
- 5.Assemble the bowls. Divide the cooked quinoa between two bowls. Top with the roasted vegetable and chickpea mixture.
- 6.Drizzle generously with the lemon-tahini dressing and garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Information
41g
fat
182g
carbs
40g
fiber
45g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is packed with complete protein from quinoa and chickpeas, essential for muscle repair and energy. It's rich in fiber for digestive health and loaded with vitamins and antioxidants from colourful vegetables, making it a highly nutritious and balanced meal.