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Vibrant New Years Cocktails Dinner Bowl with Harissa Chickpeas

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A colorful, spicy, and fresh dinner bowl featuring smoky harissa chickpeas, crunchy veggies, and creamy yogurt dressing. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tbsp harissa paste
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa or couscous
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
  • 3 tbsp plain Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternative
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tbsp tahini (optional)
  • Toasted pumpkin seeds or pine nuts
  • Extra lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a medium bowl, toss the drained chickpeas with olive oil, harissa paste, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread them out in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  3. Roast for 25-30 minutes, shaking the pan or stirring halfway through, until chickpeas are crispy on the outside but tender inside. If dry, toss with a teaspoon of olive oil.
  4. While chickpeas roast, cook quinoa or couscous according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool slightly.
  5. Chop the fresh veggies and herbs: halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, thinly slice red onion, and finely chop parsley and mint.
  6. Make the dressing by whisking together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, tahini (if using), and a pinch of salt. Adjust lemon and salt to taste.
  7. Assemble the bowl by layering quinoa or couscous base, fresh veggies and herbs, then top with warm harissa chickpeas.
  8. Drizzle the yogurt dressing over the top and sprinkle toasted pumpkin seeds or pine nuts for crunch.
  9. Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges for squeezing.

Notes

If chickpeas aren’t crisping well, broil for 1-2 minutes watching closely. Roast chickpeas ahead and reheat in a hot pan to keep crunch. Use dairy-free yogurt and tahini for vegan option. Swap quinoa for brown rice or bulgur for variation. Add protein like grilled chicken or tofu if desired.

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