Description
A delicious and healthy Chickpea Shawarma Bowl packed with flavor and nutrients, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, etc.)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Tahini sauce or yogurt for drizzling (optional)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, olive oil, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Toss until the chickpeas are well coated.
- Spread the chickpeas in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until crispy.
- While the chickpeas are roasting, prepare the bowls by dividing the mixed greens among serving bowls.
- Top the greens with roasted chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
- Drizzle with tahini sauce or yogurt, if desired, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preferences.
- You can also add avocado, bell peppers, or feta cheese for extra flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Dish
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 220
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 12