🥗🌿 Roasted Veggie & Chickpea Bowl with Tahini Dressing
Mediterranean-Inspired
🌿 Description
This Roasted Veggie & Chickpea Bowl with Tahini Dressing is a vibrant Mediterranean-style meal built around plant-based protein, olive oil–roasted vegetables, and a creamy lemon-tahini sauce. It’s nourishing, satisfying, and naturally vegan—perfect for meal prep, lunch, or a wholesome dinner.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
Roasted Vegetables & Chickpeas
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1 can (400 g / 15 oz) chickpeas, drained & rinsed
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1 zucchini, sliced
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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1 red onion, sliced
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1 cup broccoli florets or cauliflower
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3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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½ tsp ground cumin
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½ tsp dried oregano
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
Bowl Base (Optional)
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2 cups cooked quinoa, farro, or brown rice
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Or mixed greens for a low-carb option
Lemon Tahini Dressing
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¼ cup tahini
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2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 small garlic clove, grated
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2–4 tbsp warm water (to thin)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Salt, to taste
Toppings (Optional)
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Cherry tomatoes, halved
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Cucumber slices
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Fresh parsley or mint
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Toasted sesame seeds or pine nuts
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Roast the Veggies & Chickpeas
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Toss chickpeas and vegetables with olive oil, paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
Roast 25–30 minutes, stirring once, until golden and tender.
2️⃣ Make the Tahini Dressing
Whisk tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and salt.
Slowly add warm water until creamy and pourable.
3️⃣ Assemble the Bowls
Add quinoa or greens to bowls.
Top with roasted veggies and chickpeas.
Drizzle generously with tahini dressing.
4️⃣ Finish
Add desired toppings and serve warm or at room temperature.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions (Mediterranean Style)
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Serve with warm pita bread
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Add crumbled feta (if not vegan)
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Pair with a lemony cucumber salad
❓ Q & A
Q: Is this bowl good for weight loss?
A: Yes—high in fiber and plant protein, very filling with balanced calories.
Q: Can I meal prep this?
A: Absolutely. Store components separately for up to 4 days.
Q: Can I add more protein?
A: Yes—add grilled chicken, shrimp, or halloumi.
Q: Is tahini dressing healthy?
A: Yes—tahini is rich in healthy fats, calcium, and antioxidants.
Q: Can I make it oil-free?
A: You can roast with minimal oil or use parchment, though olive oil adds Mediterranean flavor.
