Here’s a healthy, filling, and flavor-packed recipe for your Roasted Veggie Chickpea Power Bowl with Sweet Potatoes, Broccoli, Quinoa & Creamy Tahini Sauce:
Roasted Veggie Chickpea Power Bowl
Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
For the roasted veggies & chickpeas
- 1 medium sweet potato, diced
- 1 small head of broccoli, cut into florets
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper, to taste
For the quinoa
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- Pinch of salt
For the creamy tahini sauce
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 1–2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
- 1 tsp maple syrup or honey
- 1–2 tbsp water (to thin)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Optional toppings
- Avocado slices
- Pumpkin seeds or toasted nuts
- Fresh parsley or cilantro
- Hot sauce or chili flakes
Instructions
1. Roast the veggies & chickpeas
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- On a baking sheet, toss sweet potatoes, broccoli, and chickpeas with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Roast for 20–25 minutes, tossing halfway, until veggies are tender and slightly caramelized.
2. Cook the quinoa
- Rinse quinoa under cold water.
- In a saucepan, bring 2 cups water or broth to a boil.
- Add quinoa and a pinch of salt. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat, let sit 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
3. Make the tahini sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
- Add water 1 tbsp at a time until smooth and creamy.
4. Assemble the power bowl
- Divide quinoa among bowls.
- Top with roasted sweet potatoes, broccoli, and chickpeas.
- Drizzle with tahini sauce.
- Add optional toppings like avocado, seeds, or fresh herbs.
Tips
- Meal prep friendly: Roast extra veggies and chickpeas to use for 3–4 days.
- Protein boost: Add a fried egg or grilled tofu on top.
- Extra flavor: Toss roasted chickpeas with a dash of cumin or chili powder for more kick.