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Fresh Mediterranean Chickpea Power Bowl Recipe with Creamy Tahini Dressing

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A quick and easy Mediterranean-inspired power bowl featuring chickpeas, fresh veggies, and a creamy tahini dressing. Perfect for healthy, flavorful meals in under 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15 oz / 425 g) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or couscous (optional)
  • For the Creamy Tahini Dressing:
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2–3 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp maple syrup or honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Dice the cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes, finely chop the red onion, and slice the kalamata olives. Roughly chop the parsley and mint leaves.
  2. Drain and rinse the chickpeas under cold water using a sieve. Drain well.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, and maple syrup. Add water one tablespoon at a time to thin the dressing to your preferred consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, toss chickpeas, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, olives, parsley, and mint together. Add cooked quinoa or couscous if using.
  5. Pour the tahini dressing over the bowl ingredients. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat everything evenly.
  6. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top just before serving.
  7. Serve immediately or chill for 10-15 minutes to let flavors meld.

Notes

Rinse canned chickpeas to remove canning liquid and reduce metallic taste. Add dressing gradually to avoid overdressing. Fresh herbs are key for brightness. For dairy-free, omit feta or use plant-based alternative. Can add protein like grilled chicken or falafel for a heartier meal.

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