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Irresistible Harissa Chickpeas Dinner Bowl

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A smoky, spicy harissa chickpeas bowl combined with fresh veggies and fluffy grains, perfect for a quick, flavorful dinner or New Year’s Eve snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons harissa paste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or couscous (about 185 g cooked)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or mixed greens
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese or vegan alternative
  • 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds or chopped almonds
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • Optional: Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt for drizzling
  • Optional: Pickled vegetables or olives

Instructions

  1. Cook the grain base: Rinse 1/2 cup (90 g) quinoa under cold water. Combine with 1 cup (240 ml) water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. For couscous, pour 1 cup (180 g) couscous over 1 cup (240 ml) boiling water, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork. Set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Prepare the harissa chickpeas: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add rinsed chickpeas and toast for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until they start to brown. Reduce heat to low and stir in 2 tablespoons harissa paste, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring gently to coat evenly.
  3. Prepare the fresh veggies: Halve 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes and thinly slice 1/4 cup red onion (if using). Chop 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro. Wash and drain 2 cups fresh spinach or mixed greens.
  4. Assemble the bowl: Start with a base of cooked quinoa or couscous (about 1 cup / 185 g cooked). Layer on the fresh greens, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Spoon the warm harissa chickpeas on top.
  5. Add toppings: Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese (1/4 cup) and toasted pumpkin seeds or chopped almonds (2 tablespoons) over the bowl. Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice.
  6. Optional extras: Drizzle Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt on top if desired. Add pickled vegetables or olives for extra tang and texture.

Notes

Toast pumpkin seeds or almonds in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes for extra flavor. Adjust harissa paste heat by mixing with olive oil or yogurt if too spicy. Use quinoa for gluten-free option. Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days; freeze chickpeas separately up to 2 months.

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Keywords: harissa chickpeas, dinner bowl, New Year’s Eve snacks, spicy chickpeas, quinoa bowl, vegetarian, gluten-free

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