Mediterranean Chickpea Veggie Bowl (Printable)

A wholesome grain bowl featuring roasted vegetables, chickpeas, and a zesty lemon-tahini drizzle.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup uncooked quinoa
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Roasted Vegetables

04 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
05 - 1 red bell pepper, chopped
06 - 1 small red onion, sliced
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
09 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Chickpeas

12 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
14 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
15 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Lemon-Tahini Dressing

16 - 1/4 cup tahini
17 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
18 - 2 tablespoons water, plus more as needed
19 - 1 garlic clove, minced
20 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Toppings

21 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
22 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional, omit for vegan)
23 - Lemon wedges

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for the vegetables and prepare another for the chickpeas.
02 - Rinse quinoa thoroughly under cold water. Combine quinoa, water, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
03 - In a large bowl, toss diced zucchini, chopped red bell pepper, sliced onion, and halved cherry tomatoes with olive oil, dried oregano, ground cumin, and black pepper. Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast vegetables in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and lightly browned.
05 - In a small bowl, toss drained chickpeas with olive oil, smoked paprika, and salt. Spread evenly on a separate baking sheet and roast for 15 to 20 minutes until crispy.
06 - Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, water, minced garlic, and salt in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust consistency with additional water if needed for drizzling.
07 - Divide cooked quinoa evenly among four bowls. Top each with roasted vegetables and crispy chickpeas. Drizzle with lemon-tahini dressing and garnish with chopped parsley, optional feta cheese, and a lemon wedge.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Wholesome and nutritious
  • Perfect for lunch or light dinner
02 -
  • Swap quinoa for brown rice farro or bulgur as desired
  • For vegan or dairy-free omit feta cheese
03 -
  • Rinse quinoa thoroughly to remove bitterness
  • Use parchment paper for easier cleanup
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