Ingredients
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- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed red, yellow, green), chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup tahini
- ½ cup plain yogurt (dairy or plant-based)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt to taste
- Water as needed
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine with 2 cups water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Chop zucchini and bell peppers; toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
- Roast vegetables in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- In a bowl, whisk together tahini, yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and enough water to achieve drizzling consistency.
- Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork. Layer quinoa in bowls topped with roasted veggies and chickpeas.
- Drizzle with tahini yogurt dressing and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 nourish bowl (about 450g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Customize your bowl by swapping grains or adding different proteins like chicken or tofu. - For added crunch, sprinkle nuts or seeds on top. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.