Roasted Root Vegetable & Chickpea Pilaf with Herbed Millet
A hearty and wholesome vegetarian meal featuring fluffy herbed millet, sweet roasted root vegetables, and protein-packed chickpeas, all brought together with a creamy lemon-tahini drizzle. A perfect, balanced one-bowl dinner.

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2410 calories
$4 per serving
$45 min
4 servings
vegetarian, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 200g millet
- 400g sweet potatoes, cubed
- 300g carrots, sliced
- 300g parsnips, cubed
- 1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 500ml vegetable broth or water
- 60g tahini
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 30g fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). On a large baking sheet, toss the sweet potatoes, carrots, and parsnips with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
- 2.Roast the vegetables for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and lightly caramelized. Add the drained chickpeas to the tray for the last 10 minutes of cooking to warm them through.
- 3.While the vegetables roast, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 4.Add the millet to the saucepan and toast for 1-2 minutes. Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
- 5.In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, the remaining 1 minced garlic clove, and 60-80ml of water until a smooth, pourable sauce forms. Season with a pinch of salt.
- 6.Fluff the cooked millet with a fork and stir in the chopped fresh parsley. To serve, divide the herbed millet among bowls, top with the roasted vegetables and chickpeas, and drizzle generously with the lemon-tahini sauce.
Nutrition Information
75g
fat
340g
carbs
65g
fiber
60g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is a powerhouse of nutrition, offering complex carbohydrates from millet and root vegetables for sustained energy. It's rich in plant-based protein and fiber from chickpeas, promoting digestive health and satiety, while healthy fats from tahini support wellness.