Description
Roasted Veggie & Chickpea Bowls with Maple Dijon Tahini Dressing is a vibrant and nutritious dish that effortlessly combines the goodness of roasted vegetables and crispy chickpeas. This meal is perfect for those busy weeknights or meal prep days, offering a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors in every bite. Topped with a creamy maple Dijon tahini dressing, these bowls are not just visually appealing but also packed with wholesome ingredients that nourish the body and satisfy the palate. Customizable with your choice of grains and seasonal veggies, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
- 1 medium sweet potato
- 1 small head broccoli
- 1½ cups red cabbage
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup tahini
- 1½ tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2–3 tbsp warm water
- Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro)
- Cooked grains (quinoa, rice, farro)
- Red pepper flakes
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Rinse, drain, and dry the chickpeas thoroughly for crispiness.
- In a large bowl, toss diced sweet potatoes, broccoli florets, and red cabbage with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, season the chickpeas similarly.
- Spread all veggies and chickpeas on baking sheets in a single layer to roast evenly for about 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- For the dressing, blend tahini, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt; gradually add warm water until desired consistency is reached.
- Assemble your bowls by layering cooked grains at the bottom and topping them with roasted veggies and chickpeas. Drizzle generously with dressing.
- Garnish with fresh herbs or lemon wedges before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 400g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg