Description
A vibrant and nourishing broccoli bowl layered with fluffy quinoa, roasted broccoli, fresh vegetables, hearty chickpeas, and a creamy lemon tahini dressing. Perfect for a balanced lunch or dinner that feels both comforting and energizing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 large head)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup cooked chickpeas, drained
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 2 to 4 tablespoons warm water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread broccoli in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa, water, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Let rest 5 minutes and fluff with a fork.
- Roast broccoli for 20 to 25 minutes until tender and lightly crisp at the edges.
- In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and 2 tablespoons warm water. Add more water as needed until smooth and pourable.
- To assemble, divide quinoa into 4 bowls. Top with roasted broccoli, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrots, and sliced avocado.
- Drizzle with tahini dressing and serve immediately.
Notes
- Toast quinoa briefly in the saucepan before adding water for extra nutty flavor.
- Add a pinch of paprika or cumin to the broccoli before roasting for warmth.
- Store dressing separately if meal prepping to keep vegetables fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting and Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: broccoli bowl, quinoa bowl, healthy vegetarian bowl, roasted broccoli recipe, tahini dressing bowl