Grain Bowl with Tahini Drizzle (Vegan)
Ingredients:
- 340 g (2 cups) cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1 cup roasted sweet potato cubes
- 164 g (1 cup) chickpeas
- 30 g (1 cup) baby spinach
- 60 g (1/4 cup) tahini
- 30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice
- 2-3 tbsp water, to thin
- Salt, to taste
Equipments:
Features:
Gluten-Free
Soy-Free
Oil-Free
Refined Sugar-Free
Nut-Free
Nutrition:
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Add the water to the tahini gradually, whisking constantly — tahini seizes and clumps when liquid hits it too fast, but with steady whisking it loosens into a smooth, pourable dressing.
Instructions:
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, water, and salt until smooth and pourable.
- Assemble the Bowl: Divide the quinoa or rice among bowls.
- Top: Top with roasted sweet potato, chickpeas, and baby spinach.
- Drizzle: Drizzle generously with the tahini dressing.
- Serve: Serve immediately.
Notes: Read through the full recipe before starting so you have all ingredients prepped and ready to go.
Tips: Taste as you go and adjust seasoning to your preference before serving.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Swaps: Feel free to swap in seasonal vegetables or pantry staples you have on hand, adjusting cook time as needed.
Every ingredient here earns its place, but a few really shape the dish. The cooked quinoa or brown rice adds protein and a light, fluffy texture. The chickpeas adds plant protein and a creamy, satisfying texture. The baby spinach adds color, nutrients, and a mild earthy note. The tahini adds creaminess and a subtle nutty, savory depth.
Grain Bowl with Tahini Drizzle (Vegan)
Ingredients:
- 340 g (2 cups) cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1 cup roasted sweet potato cubes
- 164 g (1 cup) chickpeas
- 30 g (1 cup) baby spinach
- 60 g (1/4 cup) tahini
- 30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice
- 2-3 tbsp water, to thin
- Salt, to taste
Equipments:
Features:
Why These Ingredients:
Every ingredient here earns its place, but a few really shape the dish. The cooked quinoa or brown rice adds protein and a light, fluffy texture. The chickpeas adds plant protein and a creamy, satisfying texture. The baby spinach adds color, nutrients, and a mild earthy note. The tahini adds creaminess and a subtle nutty, savory depth.
Prep:
Add the water to the tahini gradually, whisking constantly — tahini seizes and clumps when liquid hits it too fast, but with steady whisking it loosens into a smooth, pourable dressing.
Instructions:
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, water, and salt until smooth and pourable.
- Assemble the Bowl: Divide the quinoa or rice among bowls.
- Top: Top with roasted sweet potato, chickpeas, and baby spinach.
- Drizzle: Drizzle generously with the tahini dressing.
- Serve: Serve immediately.
