Golden Roasted Vegetable & Chickpea Harmony Bowl with Creamy Tahini Drizzle

Golden Roasted Vegetable & Chickpea Harmony Bowl with Creamy Tahini Drizzle

 Description

This Golden Roasted Vegetable & Chickpea Bowl is a nourishing, vibrant, and flavour-packed meal. Roasted veggies bring warmth and sweetness, crispy chickpeas add crunch, and the creamy tahini drizzle ties everything together beautifully. It’s wholesome, plant-based, and perfect for a balanced, feel-good meal.

 Servings

Serves: 3–4 bowls

 Ingredients

 Roasted Vegetables:

• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 2 cups cauliflower florets
• 1 large sweet potato (cubed) 🍠
• 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• Salt & black pepper

 Chickpeas:

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas (drained & rinsed)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• Salt to taste

 Base:

• 1 cup cooked quinoa, brown rice, or couscous

 Tahini Sauce:

• 1/4 cup tahini
• 2 tbsp lemon juice 🍋
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1–3 tbsp warm water (to thin)
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• Salt to taste

 Garnish:

• Fresh parsley
• Lemon wedges

 Instructions

1. Preheat oven:
   Set oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Roast vegetables:
   Toss veggies with olive oil, spices, salt, and pepper.
   Roast for 20–25 minutes until tender and slightly crispy.
3. Roast chickpeas:
   Toss chickpeas with oil and spices. Roast for 15–20 minutes until crispy.
4. Prepare base:
   Cook quinoa or rice according to package instructions.
5. Make tahini sauce:
   Whisk tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and water until smooth.
6. Assemble bowl:
   Add grains to bowl, top with roasted veggies and chickpeas.
7. Drizzle & serve:
   Finish with tahini sauce, parsley, and a squeeze of lemon.

 Notes

• Cut vegetables evenly for uniform roasting
• Adjust tahini thickness with water
• Best served fresh but great for meal prep

 Tips

• Add avocado for extra creaminess 🥑
• Spice it up with chilli flakes 🌶️
• Swap veggies based on what you have

 Nutritional Info (Approx per serving)

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 14g
• Fat: 18g
• Carbs: 50g

 Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein 🫘
• High in fiber for digestion
• Packed with vitamins and antioxidants
• Heart-healthy fats from tahini

 Q&A

Q: Can I make it vegan?
A: It’s already 100% vegan 🌱

Q: Can I meal prep this?
A: Yes, store components separately for up to 4 days.

Q: Can I use other grains?
A: Yes, farro, rice, or even noodles.

Q: How do I store tahini sauce?
A: Keep in fridge for up to 5 days.