Print

Flavorful Football Foods Nourish Bowl with Harissa Chickpeas

harissa chickpeas - featured image
Print Recipe

A wholesome and colorful nourish bowl featuring smoky harissa chickpeas and fresh chimichurri, perfect for game day or casual meals.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons harissa paste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
  • 1 cup baby spinach or mixed greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup cucumber, diced
  • ½ avocado, sliced
  • Optional: crumbled feta or goat cheese for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Rinse and drain chickpeas thoroughly, then pat dry with a kitchen towel.
  2. Toss chickpeas in a medium bowl with olive oil, harissa paste, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread chickpeas in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Roast for 25-30 minutes, shaking or stirring every 10 minutes until golden and crispy outside but creamy inside.
  4. While chickpeas roast, prepare chimichurri: combine parsley, cilantro, garlic, red wine vinegar, red chili flakes, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Pulse a few times, then slowly drizzle in olive oil until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Prepare bowl base: cook quinoa or rice according to package instructions if not already cooked. Rinse greens, halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, and slice avocado.
  6. Assemble the bowl: start with quinoa or rice, layer greens and veggies, top with crispy harissa chickpeas, and drizzle chimichurri sauce over. Add cheese or nuts if desired.
  7. Serve immediately for best texture or refrigerate components separately for up to 2 days. Reheat chickpeas in oven or skillet to restore crispness before serving.

Notes

Pat chickpeas dry thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Toss chickpeas halfway through roasting for even cooking. Fresh herbs are essential for chimichurri flavor. Assemble bowl just before serving to keep greens crisp. Reheat chickpeas in oven or skillet to maintain crunch. Avocado slices should be added last to avoid browning.

Nutrition

Keywords: harissa chickpeas, nourish bowl, chimichurri, game day recipe, healthy football food, quinoa bowl, roasted chickpeas, vegetarian, gluten-free

Find it online: https://fuzzyforker.com/flavorful-football-foods-nourish-bowl-with-harissa-chickpeas-easy-homemade-recipe-for-game-day/