Quinoa bowl with roasted chickpeas

• For 4 people
• Preparation time (dont cuisson) : 40 minutes
• Cooking time : 20 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Quinoa
  • Quinoa : 1 cup
  • Water : 2 cups
• Roasted Chickpeas
  • Chickpeas (drained and rinsed) : 1 can
  • Olive oil : 2 tablespoons
  • Paprika : 1 teaspoon
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon teaspoon
• Bowl Toppings
  • Avocado (sliced) : 1 piece
  • Cherry tomatoes (halved) : 1 cup
  • Cucumber (diced) : 1 piece
  • Red onion (thinly sliced) : 1/4 piece
  • Fresh cilantro (chopped) : 1/4 cup cup

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Steps

• Cook the Quinoa
• In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and water.
• Bring to a boil over high heat.
• Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed.
• Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
• Roast the Chickpeas
• Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
• In a bowl, toss the drained and rinsed chickpeas with olive oil, paprika, and salt until well coated.
• Spread the chickpeas in a single layer on a baking sheet.
• Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until crispy, shaking the pan halfway through.
• Assemble the Bowl
• In each serving bowl, place a scoop of cooked quinoa.
• Top with roasted chickpeas, sliced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped fresh cilantro.
• Drizzle with your favorite dressing or sauce, if desired.

Tips

• You can customize this quinoa bowl by adding other vegetables or protein sources like grilled chicken or tofu.
• Make a big batch of roasted chickpeas and store them in an airtight container for a quick and healthy snack.

Information

• Quinoa is a nutritious grain that is high in protein and fiber.
• Chickpeas are a great source of plant-based protein and are rich in vitamins and minerals.