Description
Lemon Herb Chickpea Bowls are a colorful, refreshing dish that bursts with vibrant flavors and textures. This simple yet satisfying meal combines crispy chickpeas, fresh herbs, and zesty lemon to create a delightful experience for your palate. Perfect for lunch or dinner, these bowls are not only nutritious but also customizable to suit your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup parsley, chopped
- ½ cup cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse and drain the chickpeas; pat dry.
- In a bowl, toss chickpeas with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper until well coated.
- Spread the seasoned chickpeas on a lined baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until crispy.
- While chickpeas roast, prepare cucumber, tomatoes, and herbs.
- Once roasted, let chickpeas cool slightly before layering over greens or grains in bowls.
- Top with cucumber, tomatoes, herbs, and a drizzle of fresh lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg