Here’s a fun and easy way to make Spiced Chickpea Bowls. This is a great dish that’s both healthy and comforting, and it’s vegetarian and vegan-friendly too!
First, let’s gather our ingredients. For the spiced chickpeas, you’ll need:
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- Half a chopped onion
- 1 minced garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon each of chili powder and cumin
- 1 teaspoon each of turmeric and garam masala
- 1 teaspoon of sea salt
- A dash of cinnamon and cayenne (adjust to your taste)
- Two 14-ounce cans of chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- Two 14-ounce cans of fire-roasted diced tomatoes
For the bowls, you’ll need:
- Cucumbers
- Couscous
- Mint, parsley, and cilantro
- Yogurt or hummus
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Toasted pita wedges
Now, let’s get cooking!
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the onion and sauté until it’s soft.
- Next, add the garlic, spices, salt, and chickpeas. Stir everything until it’s really fragrant.
- Add the tomatoes (don’t drain them) and let everything simmer for 20 minutes.
While that’s cooking, you can prep the other ingredients. Chop the cucumber, cook the couscous, and mince the herbs.
When everything’s ready, arrange your bowls with the amounts of each ingredient that you prefer. And there you have it, a delicious Spiced Chickpea Bowl!
Here’s a fun tip: these ingredients also make for great burritos. Seriously, try wrapping everything up in a large, warmed flour tortilla. You’ll be amazed!
If you want to make a freezer meal version of this, you can freeze the chickpea mixture. When you’re ready to eat, just heat it up in an Instant Pot on high pressure for 15 minutes and do a quick release. Then, serve it in bowls with the cucumbers, couscous, herbs, yogurt or hummus, olive oil, lemon juice, and toasted pita wedges.
Enjoy your meal!
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Moroccan-Inspired
Keywords: chickpea bowl, vegan chickpea bowl recipe, spiced chickpeas
