Ingredients
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For the Bowl:
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 medium broccoli head, cut into florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for chickpeas)
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (optional for a sweet crunch)
For the Lemon Tahini Sauce:
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons water (more if needed to thin)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon maple syrup or honey (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare and Roast Vegetables
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well-coated.
- Spread the sweet potato cubes evenly on half of the prepared baking sheet.
- In the same bowl, toss broccoli florets with a drizzle of olive oil, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Spread them on the other half of the baking sheet.
- Roast the vegetables in the oven for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until the sweet potatoes are tender and the broccoli is slightly crispy.
Step 2: Prepare the Spiced Chickpeas
- On another baking sheet, spread the drained and rinsed chickpeas. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Toss chickpeas with olive oil, smoked paprika, turmeric, and salt.
- Roast in the same 400°F (200°C) oven for 20-25 minutes until crispy, shaking the pan halfway through for even roasting.
Step 3: Cook the Quinoa
- While the vegetables and chickpeas are roasting, cook the quinoa or brown rice according to the package instructions.
- Fluff the quinoa with a fork once done and set it aside.
Step 4: Make the Lemon Tahini Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, maple syrup or honey, salt, and pepper.
- Add water a tablespoon at a time until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. It should be creamy but pourable.
Step 5: Assemble the Bowl
- In each serving bowl, add a generous scoop of cooked quinoa or brown rice.
- Top with roasted sweet potatoes, broccoli, and crispy chickpeas.
- Drizzle the Lemon Tahini Sauce over the bowl.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, toasted seeds, and pomegranate seeds if using.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Sodium: 480mg
- Protein: 12g