Description
A vibrant and nutritious bowl combining quinoa and protein-rich chickpeas with a kick of spice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup spinach or kale, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa: In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Sauté the chickpeas: Preheat a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, and sauté chickpeas with spices for 5-7 minutes.
- Combine the ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooked quinoa, sautéed chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and greens. Drizzle lime juice and toss gently.
- Serve the power bowl: Enjoy warm or at room temperature, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the spice levels and customize with your favorite vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: quinoa, chickpeas, vegan bowl, healthy meal, spicy recipe