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Flavorful New Years Dinner Bowl Recipe with Harissa Chickpeas and Citrus Salad

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A vibrant and wholesome dinner bowl featuring smoky, spicy harissa chickpeas paired with a bright, zesty citrus salad. Perfect for quick, healthy meals with a bold flavor twist.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons harissa paste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 oranges, peeled and segmented
  • 1 grapefruit, peeled and segmented
  • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Cooked quinoa or brown rice (about 1 ½ cups cooked / 270 g)
  • 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
  • Toasted pumpkin seeds or almonds for crunch

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. In a medium bowl, toss the drained chickpeas with olive oil, harissa paste, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the chickpeas evenly on the baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 25-30 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through to crisp all sides.
  4. While chickpeas roast, segment the oranges and grapefruit by cutting away peel and pith, then slicing between membranes. Place in a bowl with thinly sliced red onion and chopped parsley.
  5. Whisk together honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour over the citrus mixture and toss gently. Let sit for 5-10 minutes.
  6. Cook quinoa or rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  7. Assemble bowls by layering quinoa or rice, topping with harissa chickpeas, then spooning over citrus salad. Add sliced avocado and sprinkle toasted pumpkin seeds or almonds on top.
  8. Serve immediately for best texture, or chill salad separately if preparing ahead.

Notes

Dry chickpeas well before roasting to ensure crispiness. Do not overcrowd baking sheet. Adjust harissa paste amount to control spice level. Rest citrus salad for 5-10 minutes to meld flavors. Toast pumpkin seeds or almonds for extra flavor.

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Keywords: harissa chickpeas, citrus salad, dinner bowl, healthy recipe, vegan, gluten-free, quick meal, New Years recipe

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