Quinoa Chickpea Power Bowl with Lemon Tahini Dressing

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A wholesome, high-protein, plant-based bowl loaded with superfoods and flavor!

📝 Intro

Welcome to Recipes By Ai, where smart cooking meets wholesome living. Today, we’re sharing a feel-good meal that’s as beautiful as it is nourishing — the Quinoa Chickpea Power Bowl. Packed with fiber, healthy fats, and plant-based protein, this bowl is perfect for lunch, meal prep, or a light dinner. The creamy lemon tahini dressing pulls everything together with a burst of flavor. Let’s nourish from the inside out!

🧾 Ingredients:

For the Bowl:

  • 1 cup cooked quinoa

  • 1 cup canned chickpeas (drained & rinsed)

  • ½ cucumber, diced

  • 1 small carrot, shredded

  • ½ avocado, sliced

  • 1 handful fresh spinach or kale

  • 5-6 cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1 tsp olive oil

  • Salt & black pepper to taste

For the Lemon Tahini Dressing:

  • 2 tbsp tahini

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • Juice of ½ lemon

  • 1 tsp maple syrup or honey

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 2–3 tbsp warm water (to thin)

  • Salt to taste

🥣 Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Quinoa:
    Cook ½ cup dry quinoa in 1 cup water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Let cool.

  2. Roast the Chickpeas (Optional):
    Toss chickpeas in a little olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast at 200°C (400°F) for 20 minutes until crispy.

  3. Make the Dressing:
    In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, sweetener, and salt. Add water gradually until smooth and pourable.

  4. Assemble the Bowl:
    In a large bowl, layer quinoa, spinach, chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, and avocado. Drizzle with the lemon tahini dressing.

  5. Serve Fresh:
    Enjoy immediately, or store components separately for meal prep.

🥗 Nutrition Info (Per Bowl, Approx.):

  • Calories: 450

  • Protein: 16g

  • Fiber: 11g

  • Carbs: 38g

  • Fat: 22g

Note: Nutritional values are approximate and vary based on exact ingredients and portions.


❓FAQs:

Q: Can I use a different grain instead of quinoa?
Yes! Brown rice, farro, or couscous also work well.

Q: How long does the dressing last?
You can refrigerate it in a sealed container for up to 5 days.

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Q: Can I make it non-vegan?
Absolutely — add grilled chicken or a boiled egg for extra protein.

📄 Disclaimer

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We do our best to test or verify the cooking process and ingredients before sharing them.

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