Description
A flavorful Chickpea Shawarma Bowl that’s easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons shawarma spice mix
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Pita bread, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss chickpeas with olive oil and shawarma spice mix, ensuring they are well coated.
- Spread chickpeas on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, shaking the pan once or twice.
- While chickpeas roast, prepare quinoa according to package instructions and fluff when done.
- In a bowl, mix cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion; toss gently.
- In a separate bowl, whisk tahini, lemon juice, and salt, adding water if it’s too thick.
- Once chickpeas are done, assemble the bowl with quinoa, roasted chickpeas, and veggie mix, layering them attractively.
- Drizzle tahini sauce over the top and serve with pita.
Notes
For extra sauciness, add more tahini, and for some heat, toss in chili flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern