Ingredients
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For the Power Bowl:
- 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets
- 1 can of chickpeas (15 oz), drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups mixed greens (spinach, kale, or arugula)
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds (or pumpkin seeds)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped for garnish
For the Lemon Tahini Dressing:
- ¼ cup tahini
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 2 tablespoons water (more if needed for consistency)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Broccoli and Chickpeas
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Arrange them on one side of the baking sheet.
- In the same bowl, mix the chickpeas with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Spread them on the other side of the baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender and lightly browned, and the chickpeas are crispy.
Step 2: Cook the Quinoa
- While the broccoli and chickpeas are roasting, cook the quinoa. Rinse ½ cup of quinoa under cold water.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add the rinsed quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Step 3: Prepare the Lemon Tahini Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and maple syrup.
- Gradually add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach a smooth and pourable consistency.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 4: Assemble the Power Bowl
- In a large serving bowl or individual bowls, arrange a layer of mixed greens as the base.
- Add a scoop of cooked quinoa, followed by the roasted broccoli, crispy chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and thinly sliced red onion.
- Drizzle the lemon tahini dressing generously over the top.
- Sprinkle with sunflower seeds and garnish with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro.
Step 5: Serve
- Serve the power bowl immediately while the roasted vegetables are warm.
- You can serve with extra lemon wedges on the side for an extra zing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sodium: 350mg
- Protein: 16g