Description
Mediterranean-inspired roasted chickpea & veggie bowl blends wholesome ingredients with zesty spices for a nourishing meal. Crisp vegetables, golden chickpeas, and tangy herb dressing create a delightful plate that satisfies hunger and delights senses.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 ounces / 425 grams) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1 cup diced zucchini
Seasonings and Spices:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish and Optional Additions:
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F (200C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal roasting.
- Combine chickpeas with olive oil and spices, ensuring thorough coating, then arrange in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast chickpeas for 20-25 minutes, turning midway to achieve an even, crispy golden texture.
- Separately toss cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and zucchini with balsamic vinegar on another baking sheet.
- Roast vegetables for 15-20 minutes until they develop tender edges and slight caramelization.
- Layer roasted chickpeas and vegetables into serving bowls, creating a colorful and textured base.
- Garnish the bowls with crumbled feta cheese and freshly chopped parsley for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately while ingredients are warm and crisp, allowing the robust flavors to shine.
Notes
- Customize spice levels by adjusting paprika and cumin to match personal heat preferences, ensuring a personalized flavor profile.
- Drain and pat chickpeas completely dry before roasting to guarantee maximum crispiness and prevent steaming instead of crisping.
- Swap feta with nutritional yeast for a vegan version, maintaining the creamy, tangy element while keeping the dish plant-based.
- Space vegetables carefully on the baking sheet to allow proper caramelization and prevent overcrowding, which can lead to soggy results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg