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Crispy Chickpea and Quinoa Grain Bowl

A vibrant and healthy grain bowl featuring fluffy quinoa, crispy roasted chickpeas, fresh vegetables, briny olives, and a tangy hummus dressing. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 cup quinoa for 1 cup total cooked quinoa
  • 2/3 cup water for cooking quinoa
  • 15 oz canned chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 15 oz artichokes rinsed and drained, then sliced
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or enough for 2-3 bowls
  • fresh parsley chopped
  • 3/4 cup plain hummus
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic crushed
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp water to thin out the sauce

Equipment

  • fine mesh colander
  • small pot
  • Small Bowl
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step 1: Cook the Quinoa
  1. Rinse 1/3 cup of quinoa in a fine mesh colander, then transfer to a small pot. Add 2/3 cup of water, cover, and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes. Remove from heat, keep covered, and let sit for another 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Step 2: Prepare the Hummus Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the hummus, lemon juice, crushed garlic, dried basil, dried oregano, and salt. Gradually add water (starting with 2 tablespoons) until the desired consistency is reached. Set aside.
Step 3: Assemble the Bowls
  1. Divide the cooked quinoa and roasted chickpeas between 2-3 bowls. Top with sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced olives, red onion, and sliced artichokes. Drizzle generously with the hummus dressing. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

For extra crispy chickpeas, ensure they are very well dried after rinsing and draining. Roast them at a high temperature (400-425°F / 200-220°C) and avoid overcrowding the baking sheet. If meal prepping, store dressing separately to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.