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Flavorful Zesty Harissa Chickpea Nourish Bowl

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A bold, zesty nourish bowl featuring smoky harissa roasted chickpeas, fresh veggies, and a creamy tahini dressing. Perfect for quick, wholesome meals and Super Bowl gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons harissa paste (mild or to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
  • 1 cup cucumber, sliced thinly
  • ½ cup radishes, thinly sliced
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced or mashed
  • 1 cup baby spinach or mixed greens
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Water to thin dressing, as needed
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking.
  2. Drain and rinse chickpeas, then pat dry thoroughly using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
  3. In a large bowl, toss chickpeas with olive oil, harissa paste, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  4. Spread chickpeas in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, shaking the pan or stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even crisping. Chickpeas should be crunchy and slightly charred in spots when done.
  5. While chickpeas roast, cook quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool slightly.
  6. Slice cucumber, radishes, and cherry tomatoes; dice the avocado; chop herbs. Arrange these fresh ingredients in bowls alongside the greens and quinoa base.
  7. Make the dressing by whisking tahini, lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Add water a tablespoon at a time until the dressing reaches a smooth, pourable consistency.
  8. Assemble nourish bowls by starting with a generous scoop of quinoa or rice, then layering greens, roasted harissa chickpeas, fresh veggies, avocado, and a drizzle of tahini dressing.
  9. Garnish with extra herbs and a sprinkle of smoked paprika if desired.
  10. Serve immediately or let cool to room temperature for meal prep.

Notes

Dry chickpeas thoroughly before roasting to ensure crispiness. Shake or stir chickpeas every 10 minutes during roasting for even browning. Adjust harissa paste amount to control spice level. Reheat chickpeas in oven to restore crispiness. Store components separately for best freshness.

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Keywords: harissa, chickpeas, nourish bowl, Super Bowl recipe, roasted chickpeas, tahini dressing, healthy meal, gluten-free, vegan option

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