Spicy Chickpea Bowl

This Spicy Chickpea Bowl is a vibrant and nutritious brunch option that combines protein-packed chickpeas with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing. It's a perfect way to kickstart your day with a burst of flavor and health benefits.

Ingredients

• Canned chickpeas - 1 can (400g), drained and rinsed
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cayenne pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Cherry tomatoes - 200g, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon - 1, juiced
• Avocado - 1 medium, sliced
• Cooked quinoa - 150g (about 3/4 cup)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the chickpeas are well coated.
3. Spread the seasoned chickpeas on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until crispy and golden, stirring halfway through.
4. While the chickpeas are roasting, prepare the vegetables by halving the cherry tomatoes, dicing the cucumber, and finely chopping the red onion.
5. In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice with chopped parsley and a pinch of salt to create a dressing.
6. Once the chickpeas are done roasting, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
7. To assemble the bowls, divide the cooked quinoa between two bowls. Top with the roasted chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and sliced avocado.
8. Drizzle the lemon-parsley dressing over the top and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 69 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and fiber from chickpeas, promoting satiety and digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from avocado and olive oil, supporting heart health.

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