Roasted Vegetable & Chickpea Bowl with Maple Dijon Tahini Dressing
Serves: 3–4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
⭐ Ingredients
Roasted Vegetables
- 2 zucchini, sliced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- ½–1 tsp smoked paprika
Crispy Chickpeas
- 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained, rinsed & patted dry
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper
Maple Dijon Tahini Dressing
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 1½ tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 small garlic clove, grated (or ⅛ tsp garlic powder)
- 2–4 tbsp warm water (to thin)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
For Serving
- Cooked quinoa, rice, couscous, or greens
- Fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or cilantro)
- Pumpkin seeds or toasted nuts (optional)
🎄 Instructions
1. Roast the Vegetables
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Add zucchini, carrots, broccoli, and red onion to a large sheet pan.
- Drizzle with 3 tbsp olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika, and toss to coat.
- Spread evenly and roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping once halfway.
2. Make the Crispy Chickpeas
- On a separate small sheet pan, toss chickpeas with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Roast alongside the veggies for 20–25 minutes until golden and crisp, shaking the pan halfway.
3. Whisk the Maple Dijon Tahini Dressing
- In a bowl, combine tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, Dijon, and grated garlic.
- Slowly add warm water until the dressing becomes smooth and pourable.
- Season with salt and pepper.
4. Assemble the Bowls
Layer your base (quinoa, rice, couscous, or greens).
Top with roasted vegetables, crispy chickpeas, and a generous drizzle of the Maple Dijon Tahini Dressing.
Finish with herbs, seeds, or nuts for texture.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Add protein: Top with salmon, chicken, tofu, or falafel.
- Make it spicy: Add chili flakes or cayenne to the dressing.
- Meal prep-friendly: Everything keeps well for 3–4 days in the fridge (keep dressing separate).
- More veggies: Sweet potatoes, cauliflower, or bell peppers roast beautifully too.