Roasted Chickpea & Egg Veggie Bowl: A Quick & Nutritious Lunch
This easy and healthy chickpea and egg veggie bowl is a protein-packed meal that's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. The roasted vegetables and savory spices make it a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
For the Roasted Veggies & Chickpeas
- 1 15 oz can chickpeas drain and rinsed
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 cup brown rice cooked
- 1 bunch baby spinach
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp chilli optional
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Eggs & Toppings
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ripe Avocado sliced
- half tomato sliced
- half small onion sliced
- 1 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled (optional)
For the Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar or lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a large baking sheet, toss the chickpeas with the olive oil, paprika, cumin, chilli (if using) salt, and black pepper until everything is evenly coated.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
- While the chickpeas are roasting, prepare your eggs to your liking. Boil them for 6 minutes, then transfer to a bow with cold water.
- To assemble, add the brown rice to a bowl, followed by the roasted chickpeas. Top with a cooked egg, sliced avocado, baby spinach, sliced tomatoes, onions, and a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese, if using
- Top each bowl with a cooked egg, sliced avocado, and a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese, if using.
- Mix the ingredients for the dressing in a small bowl
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure that every piece is evenly coated.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Please note that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.
Nutrition
Calories: 560kcalCarbohydrates: 61gProtein: 16gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 982mgPotassium: 1265mgFiber: 7gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 16746IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 245mgIron: 8mg
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