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Flavor-Packed New Years Dinner Bowl with Easy Harissa Chickpeas

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A hearty and vibrant dinner bowl featuring smoky harissa roasted chickpeas, fresh veggies, and a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for a quick, flavorful, and wholesome New Year’s meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tbsp harissa paste (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Drain and rinse chickpeas thoroughly. Pat dry with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine harissa paste, olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add chickpeas and stir until evenly coated.
  4. Spread chickpeas in a single layer on a baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding.
  5. Roast chickpeas for 20-25 minutes, stirring or shaking halfway through. Look for a deep golden color and slight crispiness.
  6. Cook quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions.
  7. Dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, slice avocado, and chop parsley. Keep avocado slices aside until serving.
  8. Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper in a small bowl or jar.
  9. Assemble the bowl with a base of quinoa or rice, topped with warm harissa chickpeas, fresh veggies, avocado slices, parsley, and feta cheese if using.
  10. Drizzle dressing over the bowl or serve on the side.
  11. Serve immediately while chickpeas are warm and crispy.

Notes

Dry chickpeas thoroughly before roasting to ensure crispiness. Stir chickpeas halfway through roasting to prevent burning. Use quinoa for a quicker grain option or brown rice if preferred. Keep avocado and dressing separate until serving to maintain freshness. Toasted pumpkin seeds or sliced almonds add extra crunch.

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