Spiced Millet Bowl with Roasted Root Vegetables
A hearty and nourishing bowl featuring fluffy spiced millet, sweet roasted root vegetables, and protein-rich chickpeas, all brought together with a creamy lemon-tahini drizzle. A perfect wholesome weeknight meal.
2410 calories
$2 per serving
$40 min
4 servings
vegetarian, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 200g millet
- 500ml vegetable broth or water
- 300g carrots
- 300g parsnips
- 400g sweet potato
- 1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 45ml olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 60g tahini
- 1 lemon, juiced (approx. 30ml)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- 1.Preheat your oven to 200°C. Wash and chop the carrots, parsnips, and sweet potato into 2cm cubes. No need to peel if they are organic and well-scrubbed.
- 2.On a large baking sheet, toss the chopped vegetables with 30ml of olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- 3.Roast the vegetables for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are tender and caramelized at the edges. Add the drained chickpeas to the tray for the final 10 minutes of roasting.
- 4.While the vegetables roast, rinse the millet thoroughly. In a medium pot, combine the millet with 500ml of vegetable broth and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed.
- 5.To make the drizzle, whisk the tahini, lemon juice, and minced garlic in a small bowl. Slowly add 60-80ml of water while whisking until you reach a smooth, pourable consistency. Season with a pinch of salt.
- 6.Fluff the cooked millet with a fork. To serve, divide the millet among four bowls, top with the roasted vegetables and chickpeas, drizzle generously with the tahini sauce, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Nutrition Information
85g
fat
339g
carbs
71g
fiber
60g
protein
Why this recipe
This vibrant bowl is a powerhouse of nutrition. It offers balanced plant-based protein, complex carbohydrates for sustained energy, and is rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals from roasted root vegetables, supporting digestive health and overall wellness.
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