Description
Indulge in a vibrant Roasted Vegetable and Chickpea Bowl, where the savory goodness of roasted veggies meets the nutty richness of tahini. Topped with a delightful Maple Dijon Tahini Dressing, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends. Packed with flavor and nutrition, it allows you to customize with seasonal produce, making every bite an exciting culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can chickpeas (15 oz), drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, toss chickpeas, bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture evenly on the baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- While veggies roast, whisk together tahini, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, lemon juice, salt, and water until smooth.
- Once roasted, assemble your bowl by layering veggies and chickpeas; drizzle with dressing.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap in seasonal vegetables like carrots or Brussels sprouts for variety. For an extra crunch, top with nuts or seeds before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.