Spiced Chickpea & Roasted Red Pepper Bowl with Lemon-Tahini Drizzle

This vibrant vegetarian bowl features sheet-pan roasted chickpeas, red peppers, and onions tossed with warming spices, served over quinoa and topped with a zesty lemon-tahini drizzle. It's a wholesome, protein-packed meal that's easy to make and perfect for meal prep.

⏱️ 40 minutes
👥 4 servings
🔥 370 calories
Spiced Chickpea & Roasted Red Pepper Bowl with Lemon-Tahini Drizzle
Ingredients
  • 2 cups canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 medium red bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 large red onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.75 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups quinoa, cooked
  • 3 tbsp tahini
  • 1 medium lemon, juiced
  • 1 tsp maple syrup
  • 3 tbsp water
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.

🌡️ 425°F
2

In a large bowl, toss chickpeas, red bell peppers, and red onion with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

⏱️ 3 minutes
3

Spread the mixture in an even layer on the prepared sheet pan. Roast for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until chickpeas are crisp and vegetables are tender.

⏱️ 25 minutes 🌡️ 425°F
4

Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, and water until smooth and creamy.

⏱️ 2 minutes
5

To serve, divide cooked quinoa among bowls. Top with roasted chickpea and pepper mixture, drizzle with lemon-tahini sauce, and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

⏱️ 2 minutes
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Nutrition Information

370
Calories
13g
Protein
56g
Carbs
11g
Fat

Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, just be sure to soak and cook them first so they're fully tender before roasting.

Yes, as written, this recipe is gluten-free, especially if you use quinoa or rice as the base.

Absolutely! Store the components separately and assemble just before eating for best results.

Try zucchini, sweet potato, or carrots—just cut them into similar-sized pieces to ensure even roasting.

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