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5-Star Mediterranean Veggie Bowl with Irresistible Tahini Dressing

Mediterranean veggie bowl
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A nutritious Mediterranean veggie bowl packed with roasted vegetables, chickpeas, and quinoa, topped with a creamy tahini dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or bulgur wheat
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, roasted or fresh
  • 1 small cucumber, sliced
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Chopped parsley for garnish
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Toss chickpeas with 1 tbsp olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes until golden and crisp.
  3. Toss sliced zucchini and bell peppers with remaining olive oil and roast for 15–20 minutes until tender and lightly charred.
  4. Whisk tahini, lemon juice, water, garlic, and salt until smooth and creamy.
  5. Assemble bowls by adding mixed greens as the base.
  6. Spoon quinoa or bulgur into the center of the bowl.
  7. Arrange roasted chickpeas, roasted vegetables, tomatoes, and cucumber around the grain.
  8. Drizzle generously with tahini dressing.
  9. Finish with parsley and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use roasted cherry tomatoes for extra flavor.
  • Swap quinoa for brown rice or couscous if preferred.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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Keywords: Mediterranean veggie bowl, Veggie power bowl, Tahini dressing bowl, Plant based dinner, Healthy lunch bowl, Quinoa veggie bowl

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