🥗🌿 Roasted Veggie & Hummus Bowl
Mediterranean Style | Plant-Based | Balanced & Filling
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
Roasted Vegetables
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1 sweet potato, cubed
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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1 zucchini, sliced
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1 red onion, wedges
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1 cup broccoli or cauliflower florets
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3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp dried oregano
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½ tsp cumin
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
Bowl Base
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2 cups cooked quinoa, brown rice, or couscous
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1½ cups hummus (classic or garlic)
Toppings
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Cherry tomatoes
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Cucumber slices
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Kalamata olives
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Crumbled feta (optional)
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Fresh parsley or mint
Optional Drizzle
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Lemon juice or tahini sauce
👩🍳 Instructions
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Roast the Veggies
Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
Toss vegetables with olive oil, paprika, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Spread on a baking tray and roast 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until caramelized. -
Prepare the Base
Cook quinoa, rice, or couscous according to package instructions. -
Assemble Bowls
Add grains to bowls.
Arrange roasted vegetables on top.
Add a generous scoop of hummus. -
Finish
Top with fresh veggies, olives, herbs, feta (if using), and a drizzle of lemon or tahini.
🌿 Mediterranean Variations
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Protein boost: Add chickpeas, grilled chicken, or falafel
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Low-carb: Use cauliflower rice or greens
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Spicy: Add harissa or chili oil
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Seasonal: Swap veggies with what you have
🥗 Nutrition Highlights
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Fiber-rich & gut-friendly
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Plant-based protein
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Healthy Mediterranean fats
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Naturally gluten-free option
🔥 Pro Tips
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Roast veggies in a single layer for max caramelization
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Warm hummus slightly for extra creaminess
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Add crunch with toasted seeds or nuts
