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Protein-Packed Chickpea Quinoa Bowl

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 520
A nutritious and flavorful bowl combining protein-rich chickpeas, quinoa, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a healthy meal.

Ingredients

Grains

  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 2 cups your preferred broth

Canned Goods

  • 30 ounces chickpeas (drained and rinsed)

Oils & Condiments

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Seasonings

  • to taste Salt and black pepper

Dressing & Sauces

  • 0.25 cup tahini
  • 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce (add more if desired)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 0.5 tablespoon minced ginger
  • 0.5 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 0.5 tablespoon sugar (add more if desired)

Vegetables & Fruits

  • 4 cups mixed leafy greens
  • 2 cups shredded red cabbage
  • 2 sliced avocados

Garnishes & Optional

  • Black sesame seeds Black sesame seeds (if preferred)
  • Jalapeño and cilantro Jalapeño and cilantro (for garnish, optional)

Instructions 

  • Cook quinoa in broth until tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Prepare chickpeas with olive oil, garlic powder, chili seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Roast or sauté until heated through.
  • Whisk together tahini, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and sugar to make the dressing. Add warm water to thin if needed.
  • Assemble bowls with cooked quinoa, chickpeas, greens, cabbage, and sliced avocados. Drizzle with dressing and garnish with sesame seeds, jalapeño, and cilantro.

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or add more spice for extra flavor.
Calories: 520kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: fusion
Keyword: Chickpeas, healthy, Quinoa