Roasted Vegetable and Chickpea Bowl with Spinach and Lentils and Chickpeas and Carrots

This Roasted Vegetable and Chickpea Bowl is a colorful and nutritious midnight meal, combining hearty roasted veggies with protein-rich lentils and chickpeas. It's a wholesome dish that satisfies late-night cravings while fueling your body with essential nutrients.

Ingredients

• Carrots - 2 medium, peeled and sliced
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 medium, diced
• Chickpeas - 1 can (400g), drained and rinsed
• Lentils - 100g, rinsed
• Fresh spinach - 100g
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 300ml

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large bowl, combine sliced carrots, diced red bell pepper, diced zucchini, and diced red onion.
3. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Toss until vegetables are well coated.
4. Spread the vegetables evenly on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
5. While the vegetables are roasting, cook the lentils. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed lentils and 300ml of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
6. In the last few minutes of cooking the lentils, add the fresh spinach to the pot and allow it to wilt.
7. Once the vegetables and lentils are ready, remove them from heat. In a large bowl, combine the roasted vegetables, lentils, chickpeas, and lemon juice. Toss gently to combine.
8. Serve the roasted vegetable and chickpea bowl warm, drizzled with the remaining olive oil if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 67 g
• Fiber: 18 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 360 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas and lentils.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health and satiety.

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