Description
A flavor-packed bowl featuring crunchy roasted cauliflower and warm spiced chickpeas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked for drama)
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
- Cooked quinoa or rice (optional)
- Toppings of choice like avocado, tahini, lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a large baking sheet, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, cumin, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
- Roast in the oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and browned.
- In a separate pan, heat the chickpeas until warmed through.
- To serve, layer cooked quinoa or rice in a bowl, top with roasted cauliflower, warmed chickpeas, and your favorite toppings.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and enjoy.
Notes
For a saucier spin, mix tahini with lemon juice and a splash of water for a drizzle.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chickpeas, cauliflower, vegan bowl, healthy recipe, quick meals