Healthy Quinoa Chickpea Bowl (Plant-Based) | Easy One Pot Vegan Recipes
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▶️ RECIPE INGREDIENTS: (3 to 4 servings)
???? To fry chickpeas:
1 Can (398ml) of cooked Chickpeas (low sodium) - home cooked chickpeas will be 275g by weight water NOT included
1 to 2 tablespoon Olive oil
1 teaspoon Paprika
1/2 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Salt to taste (I have added 1/2 teaspoon pink Himalayan salt)
???? To cook quinoa:
1 cup Quinoa (190g) - thoroughly washed & drained
2 to 3 tablespoon Olive oil
1 cup onion (135g) - chopped
2 teaspoon garlic (3 to 4 cloves of garlic) - chopped/grated Or to taste
2 teaspoon ginger (1/2 inch ginger approx.) - chopped/grated or to taste
3/4 cup (175ml) Strained tomatoes OR passata
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (OPTIONAL)
1 + 1/2 cup (350ml) Water
Salt to taste (I have added 1/2 teaspoon pink Himalayan salt)
1/4 cup (40g) raisins - finely chopped
1/2 cup (45g) parsley - chopped
▶️ METHOD:
To a heated pan add the cooking oil and chickpeas. Cook on medium high heat until chickpea starts to crisp up (it take about 2 to 3 minutes). Then add paprika, ground black pepper and salt. Fry for another 1 to 2 minutes or until the chickpeas are nicely coated with the spices. Transfer to a plate and set it aside for later. Make sure to use a plate so that the chickpeas are spread out (this will prevent it from getting soggy)
Now to the same pan add some cooking oil, onion and salt. Adding salt will release moisture from the onion and will help it cook faster so please don’t skip it. Fry on medium-high to high heat (depending on the heat of your stove) just until the onion just starts to caramelize (it will take about 4 to 5 minutes).
As soon as the onion starts to caramelize, add the ginger and garlic. Reduce the heat to medium low and fry for about 1 to 2 minutes or until fragrant.
Next add the strained tomatoes/passata and let it cook for about 2 minutes, in the mean time wash the quinoa thoroughly with water and transfer to the pan along with ground cumin and cayenne pepper. (Cayenne pepper is optional). Increase the heat to medium-high, add water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook on low heat for about 20 minutes or until quinoa is fully cooked.
Uncover and check to see if the quinoa is cooked. It should be cooked by then but if not cook it for a bit longer. Turn off the heat, add parsley, raisins and fried chickpeas and mix well. (Please DO NOT skip the raisin, as it will balance out the tartness of the tomato. Also, it’s important to finely chop the raisins so that it can disintegrate in the dish and you won't even notice it). Check for seasoning. Ready to serve.
This is perfect for meal prep as it stores well in the fridge for up to 3 to 4 days.
▶️ IMPORTANT TIPS:
- Thoroughly wash the quinoa, this will get rid of any impurities/gunk and will give a cleaner taste to the quinoa. Also, drain the water properly from the quinoa otherwise it will turn soggy when cooked
-Towards the end of cooking quinoa, if there is still water left in the pan then uncovered and continue cooking for a bit longer to get rid of the excess water
- Be careful when adding ginger because if you add to much of it the dish will turn bitter
- Please DO NOT skip the raisin, it's an important ingredient and will balance out the tartness of the tomato. Also, it’s important that you finely chop the raisins so that it can disintegrate in the dish
- This recipe is perfect for meal prep as it stores well in the fridge for 3 to 4 days
Enjoy!
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MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA SALAD | 15-minute recipe
Mediterranean chickpea salad is a light, bright, and beautiful salad that is easy to make. Chickpeas are combined with cucumbers, bell pepper, red onion, olives, avocado, feta, and fresh herbs for a salad that is hearty enough for a lovely lunch and also perfect for a dinner side dish.
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0:00 Intro
0:26 Make the vinaigrette dressing
1:17 Building the salad - prepping the chickpeas
1:36 Preparing the cucumber
1:58 Preparing the bell peppers
2:29 Preparing the kalamata olives
2:37 Preparing the feta cheese
2:56 Preparing the avocado
3:25 Chopping the mint
3:39 Why fresh herbs?
4:00 Top with dressing, mix and enjoy!
4:42 Outro + Outtakes
MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA SALAD RECIPE
2-15 ounce cans of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 English cucumber, chopped into bite-sized pieces
1/2 red onion, finely diced
2 cups yellow and orange bell peppers, diced
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, sliced in half
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 avocado, chopped
1/4 cup fresh chopped herbs, (I used mint and basil)
salt and pepper to taste
SALAD DRESSING
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove of garlic, crushed
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Salad Dressing
In a small spouted cup or mason jar, combine extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well combined.
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
Drain and rinse the chickpeas before placing them into a large bowl. Add on the cucumber, red onion, bell peppers, kalamata olives, feta cheese, avocado, mint, and basil. Set aside.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss until all the beans and veggies are coated in the seasoning. Adjust seasonings and enjoy!
NUTRITIONAL ANALYSIS
Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 392mg | Potassium: 309mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1358IU | Vitamin C: 55mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 1mg
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3 Easy ONE POT Vegan Meals With Chickpeas | Easy Vegan Recipes | Food Impromptu
▶️ CHICKPEA PASTA RECIPE: (3 - 4 servings)
2 to 3 Tablespoon Olive oil
150g / 1 cup Onion - finely chopped - 1 medium size onion
150g / 1 cup Celery - finely chopped - 3 celery stalks
150g / 1 cup Carrot - finely chopped - 2 medium carrots
Salt to taste (I have added a total of 1+1/4 tsp pink Himalayan salt)
1 Tablespoon garlic - finely chopped (3 to 4 cloves of garlic)
1 Teaspoon Dried Oregano
1/4 Teaspoon Chilli flake (Optional)
2 cups / (1 Can 540 ml) Cooked chickpeas
1+1/2 cup / 350ml Strained tomatoes/Passata
4 cups / 1 Liter of Water
160g / 2 cups approximately - Pasta (mini rigatoni) or pasta of choice
Garnish:
1/3 cup / 15g Parsley - finely chopped
Drizzle of Olive oil - 1 to 2 Tbsp
METHOD:
To a heated pan add olive oil, onion, celery, carrot, and salt (½ tsp). Fry on medium-high heat until the onions are soft and just start to caramelize. Then reduce the heat to medium or medium-low. Add garlic, oregano, and chili flakes and continue to fry on medium heat for about 1 to 2 minutes or until fragrant.
Now add the cooked chickpeas, strained tomatoes/passata, and water and mix well. Cover the pot and bring it to a boil. Then reduce the heat to low and cook for about 15 minutes on low heat for the flavors to develop.
After 15 minutes, uncover the pot and increase the heat to medium and bring it to a gentle boil. Add the pasta and salt and cook uncovered on medium heat until the pasta is al dente.
Please note by the time the pasta is cooked most of the water will be gone and you will be left with a creamy sauce. If it happened that the water cooks out faster and the pasta is still not cooked, add some boiling water to it. Please DO NOT add cold water. You can adjust the consistency of the sauce as per your liking whether you want it soupy or thick. Turn off the stove. Garnish with finely chopped parsley and a drizzle of good-quality olive oil. Mix well.
▶️ QUINOA FRIED RICE WITH CHICKPEAS: (3 servings approx.)
1/2 cup / 95g - Quinoa (soaked for 30 minutes)
1/2 cup / 100g - white BASMATI Rice (soaked for 30 minutes)
2 cups/1 can(540ml) - Cooked chickpeas
3 tablespoons - Olive Oil
1cup / 130g - Onion (finely chopped)
1 cup / 150g - Carrot - (cut into small cubes)
1 +1/2 cup / 360ml - Vegetable Broth (low sodium)
Salt to taste (I have added a total of 1 teaspoon of Pink Himalayan salt)
1/4 teaspoon - Cayenne pepper (Optional)
1 tablespoon - Lemon Juice or to taste
1/3 cup/ 20g - Parsley - finely chopped
METHOD:
Wash the quinoa and basmati rice thoroughly until the water runs clear and then let it soak in water for 30 minutes.
To a heated pan add olive oil, onion, carrot, and 1/4 teaspoon salt, and fry on medium heat until the onion and carrot starts to caramelize.
Add the soaked/drained quinoa, rice, and cooked chickpeas, along with vegetable broth, salt, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a rapid simmer. Then reduce the heat to the lowest point in your stove and cover and cook for about 20 minutes. Once cooked turn off the heat and uncover. Add the lemon juice, and parsley and mix very gently, Cover and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving (for flavors to blend).
▶️ SPINACH BROWN RICE WITH CHICKPEAS RECIPE: (3 to 4 servings)
1 cup / 200g Brown rice - medium grain (if you are using long grain brown rice, adjust the cooking time accordingly, as it cooks faster than the medium grain rice)
2 to 3 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1+ 1/2 cup / 200g Onion - one medium size onion
2 Tablespoon Garlic - 5 to 6 Garlic approx.
1+1/2 cup / 350ml Strained tomatoes/Passata
300g / 8 to 9 cups approx. - Fresh Spinach - chopped
4 cups / 1 Liter of Water
1/4 Teaspoon Chilli flake (Optional)
2 cups / 1 Can (540 ml) Cooked chickpeas
3/4 cup / 20g Fresh Dill (If you like mild dill flavor add 1/2 cup)
Salt to taste (I have added a total of 1+1/4 teaspoon pink Himalayan salt)
Garnish:
1/3 cup / 15g Parsley - finely chopped (Optional)
Lemon juice to taste (I have added 1 tablespoon of lemon juice)
Black pepper to taste (I have added 1/2 teaspoon black pepper)
Drizzle of Olive oil - 1 to 2 Tbsp
METHOD:
Wash thoroughly and soak 1 cup of brown rice for 1 hour.
Heat a deep cooking pot. Add olive oil, onion, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Fry the onion on medium-high heat until it just starts to caramelize, while stirring frequently.
Then reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the finely chopped garlic, and chili flakes and continue to fry for another 1 to 2 minutes or until fragrant, while stirring frequently.
Now add the strained tomatoes, and spinach and mix well. Transfer the soaked/strained rice, cooked chickpeas, salt, water, and fresh dill to the pot and bring it to a vigorous boil. Then reduce the heat to low and cook for about 25 to 30 minutes or until the rice is cooked but still slightly firm. (We don't want mushy rice).
Uncover and turn the heat to medium-high and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes. Turn off the heat and garnish with Parsley, lemon juice, and a good quality olive oil.
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Easy Lentil Salad | Perfect Prep Ahead Lunch
Lentil salad offers a refreshing and delicious way to eat lots of protein and veggies. Mine is seasoned with fresh herbs and a lemon-based salad dressing.
Ingredients:
1 cup dried green lentils or 1 can cooked green lentils
1 English cucumber
1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tomatoes
1/2 bunch curly parsley
6 mint leaves
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 lemon
1 Tbsp dijon mustard
1 Tbsp honey
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