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Creamy Lemon Herb Chickpea Bowl

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A quick, easy, and healthy vegan lunch bowl featuring a creamy lemon herb chickpea base topped with smoky roasted red peppers. This vibrant and nourishing dish is perfect for meal prep and packed with fresh flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) tahini
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil (extra virgin)
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) water, to thin sauce as needed
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
  • 1 large jar (12 oz / 340 g) roasted red peppers, drained and sliced
  • Optional garnishes: toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds, fresh lemon zest, microgreens or baby arugula

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse chickpeas thoroughly to remove excess sodium and canning liquid (about 3 minutes).
  2. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pulse until smooth, scraping down sides as needed. Add water 1 tablespoon at a time until creamy and spoonable (5-7 minutes).
  3. Transfer chickpea cream to a bowl and gently fold in chopped parsley, dill, and chives to keep herbs fresh (2 minutes).
  4. Slice drained roasted red peppers into strips or bite-sized pieces (3 minutes).
  5. Spoon creamy lemon herb chickpea mixture into serving bowls. Top with roasted red pepper slices and optional garnishes like toasted nuts, lemon zest, and microgreens (2 minutes).
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed (1 minute).

Notes

Rinse chickpeas well to avoid metallic taste and achieve smoother cream. Add water gradually to control sauce consistency. Fold herbs in last to keep them fresh and vibrant. Use jars of roasted red peppers with minimal ingredients for best flavor. If sauce thickens after chilling, stir in a teaspoon of water or olive oil before serving. Fresh lemon juice can be added before serving to brighten flavors.

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