That sounds like a delicious and healthy dish! Here’s a simple recipe for a Roasted Vegetable and Chickpea Bowl with Maple Dijon Tahini Dressing:
Ingredients:
For the Roasted Vegetables and Chickpeas:
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 small sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Maple Dijon Tahini Dressing:
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp water (or more to thin)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the vegetables and chickpeas:
- In a large bowl, toss the diced sweet potato, bell pepper, and zucchini with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chickpeas and toss them as well until everything is evenly coated.
3. Roast the vegetables and chickpeas:
- Spread the vegetables and chickpeas evenly on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly crispy around the edges. Be sure to stir everything halfway through.
4. Make the Maple Dijon Tahini Dressing:
- While the veggies and chickpeas are roasting, whisk together the tahini, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and water in a small bowl until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed.
5. Assemble the bowl:
- Once the roasted veggies and chickpeas are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Divide the roasted vegetables and chickpeas between bowls.
- Drizzle the Maple Dijon Tahini Dressing over the top and serve.
6. Optional toppings (for extra flavor):
- Fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, or basil)
- Avocado slices
- Toasted seeds or nuts (like pumpkin seeds or almonds)
Enjoy your Roasted Vegetable and Chickpea Bowl with the creamy, tangy Maple Dijon Tahini Dressing! It’s hearty, flavorful, and full of nutrients.
