Potato Chickpea Bowl
This Potato Chickpea Bowl is a hearty and nutritious meal made with roasted potatoes, protein-rich chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and a simple dressing. It’s perfect for vegan or vegetarian meals, meal prep lunches, or a healthy dinner.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Servings: 3–4
Ingredients
Roasted Base
2 medium potatoes, diced
1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Vegetables
1 cup spinach or mixed greens
½ cucumber, diced
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ red onion, sliced
Dressing
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
½ tsp Dijon mustard
¼ tsp salt and pepper
Optional Toppings
¼ cup feta cheese
1 tbsp pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds
Instructions
1️⃣ Roast Potatoes and Chickpeas
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Toss diced potatoes and chickpeas with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Spread on a baking sheet and roast 20–25 minutes until golden.
2️⃣ Prepare the Vegetables
While roasting, chop cucumber, tomatoes, onion, and wash greens.
3️⃣ Make the Dressing
Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
4️⃣ Assemble the Bowl
Add greens to a bowl, then top with roasted potatoes, chickpeas, and fresh vegetables.
5️⃣ Finish and Serve
Drizzle dressing over the bowl and sprinkle feta or seeds if desired.
Tips
✔ Add avocado slices for healthy fats.
✔ Mix in quinoa or brown rice to make it more filling.
✔ Sprinkle fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for extra flavor.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 360 kcal
Protein: 12 g
Carbohydrates: 48 g
Fat: 13 g
Fiber: 9 g