Roasted Root Vegetable & Millet Bowl with Lemon-Tahini Dressing
A wholesome and satisfying vegetarian bowl featuring fluffy millet, sweet roasted carrots and parsnips, and protein-packed chickpeas. A creamy lemon-tahini dressing ties it all together for a truly nourishing meal.
1592 calories
$4 per serving
$35 min
2 servings
vegetarian, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 100g millet, rinsed
- 200g carrots, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 200g parsnips, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 240g canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 30ml olive oil, divided
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 60g tahini
- 30ml fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- 1.Preheat your oven to 200°C. On a baking sheet, toss the chopped carrots and parsnips with 15ml olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, half the minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Roast for 15 minutes.
- 2.After 15 minutes, add the drained chickpeas to the baking sheet, toss gently, and roast for another 10-15 minutes until vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
- 3.While the vegetables roast, cook the millet. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed millet with 250ml of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until all water is absorbed. Let stand covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- 4.Prepare the dressing by whisking together the tahini, lemon juice, the remaining minced garlic, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Gradually add 45-60ml of water, whisking continuously, until you reach a smooth, creamy consistency.
- 5.Assemble the bowls by dividing the fluffed millet between two bowls. Top with the roasted vegetables and chickpeas. Drizzle generously with the lemon-tahini dressing and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Information
66g
fat
192g
carbs
48g
fiber
43g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is a powerhouse of nutrition, offering balanced macronutrients from plant sources. It is rich in fiber for digestive health, packed with complex carbs for sustained energy, and provides essential vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats.
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