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Flavorful Nye Snacks Harissa Chickpea Dinner Bowl

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A quick and easy harissa chickpea bowl packed with smoky, spicy flavor and fresh veggies, perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15 oz / 425 g) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1½ tbsp harissa paste (medium heat, e.g., Nye Snacks brand)
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp ground cumin (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cucumber, diced
  • ½ ripe avocado, sliced
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Optional: crumbled feta cheese
  • Optional: toasted pine nuts or pumpkin seeds
  • Optional: drizzle of plain yogurt or tahini sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly. Pat dry with a kitchen towel or paper towels and let air dry for a few minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, harissa paste, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add chickpeas and toss until evenly coated.
  4. Spread chickpeas in a single layer on the baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, shaking or stirring halfway through, until golden and crispy on the edges.
  5. While chickpeas roast, cook quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  6. Prepare toppings: halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, slice avocado, and chop fresh herbs. Toss tomatoes and cucumber lightly with lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
  7. Assemble the bowl by layering quinoa or rice, roasted harissa chickpeas, and fresh veggies. Garnish with parsley or cilantro and add optional extras like feta or toasted seeds.
  8. Optionally, drizzle with plain yogurt or tahini sauce for added creaminess.

Notes

Dry chickpeas thoroughly before roasting for best crispiness. Shake the pan halfway through roasting to ensure even cooking. Adjust harissa paste quantity to control spice level. Store chickpeas separately from grains and veggies to keep crispiness when storing leftovers.

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Keywords: harissa, chickpeas, healthy dinner, vegan, gluten-free, quick meal, roasted chickpeas, quinoa bowl

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