Name: Roasted Veggie & Crispy Chickpea Nourish Bowl – Vibrant & Delicious!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients: 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 medium sweet potato, chopped; 1 cup Brussels sprouts, halved; 1 bell pepper, sliced; 1/2 red onion, sliced; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp cumin; 3 tbsp tahini; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tsp maple syrup; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 2-3 tbsp water (adjust for consistency); Salt and black pepper to taste; 2 cups kale or spinach; 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice (optional); 1/2 avocado, sliced (optional); Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro, optional)

Description

A vibrant and nutritious Roasted Veggie & Crispy Chickpea Nourish Bowl packed with roasted vegetables, crispy chickpeas, and a creamy tahini dressing. This plant-based, gluten-free meal is perfect for meal prep or a satisfying lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chickpeas:

1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

For the Roasted Vegetables:

1 medium sweet potato, chopped
1 cup Brussels sprouts, halved
1 bell pepper, sliced
1/2 red onion, sliced
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cumin

For the Dressing:

3 tbsp tahini
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp maple syrup
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2–3 tbsp water (adjust for consistency)
Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Bowl:

2 cups kale or spinach
1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice (optional)
1/2 avocado, sliced (optional)
Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro, optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Chickpeas

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat chickpeas dry and toss with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, shaking halfway through.

2. Roast the Vegetables

Toss chopped sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, bell pepper, and red onion with olive oil, salt, and cumin.
Spread on a separate baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.

3. Prepare the Dressing

In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, water, salt, and black pepper.
Adjust water quantity for desired consistency.

4. Assemble the Bowl

Add kale or spinach as the base.
Layer on roasted vegetables, crispy chickpeas, and quinoa or rice if using.
Drizzle with tahini dressing and top with avocado and fresh herbs.

Notes

Grain Swap: Use farro, couscous, or cauliflower rice.
Different Veggies: Swap in zucchini, carrots, or butternut squash.
Protein Boost: Add tofu, tempeh, or grilled chicken.
Spicy Kick: Sprinkle red pepper flakes or drizzle with hot sauce.
Nutty Crunch: Add toasted almonds, walnuts, or pumpkin seeds.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Roasting
Cuisine: Vegan, Gluten-Free

Keywords: nourish bowl, roasted vegetables, crispy chickpeas, vegan bowl, tahini dressing