Vegan Hearty Grain Bowl

Fuel your day with this vibrant Vegan Hearty Grain Bowl, a nourishing and flavor-packed recipe that’s as satisfying as it is wholesome. Built on a base of fluffy quinoa, this grain bowl is layered with crispy spiced chickpeas, tender massaged kale, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado for the perfect balance of textures and tastes. Drizzled with a zesty lemon-tahini dressing sweetened with a touch of maple syrup, this bowl is a plant-based powerhouse packed with protein, fiber, and nutrients. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s the ultimate quick and easy meal that’s perfect for lunch prep or a light dinner. Whether you're vegan or simply looking for a healthy, grain-based dish, this recipe checks all the boxes while delivering crave-worthy flavor in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups kale, chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 whole avocado, diced
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons water (for dressing)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa under cold water using a fine mesh strainer.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the quinoa and a pinch of salt. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas, cumin, paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chickpeas are golden brown and slightly crispy. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large bowl, massage the chopped kale with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and a pinch of salt until it becomes tender and slightly wilted.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, tahini, minced garlic, maple syrup, remaining salt, and pepper. Gradually add 2 tablespoons of water to achieve the desired consistency for the dressing.

Step 6

Assemble the grain bowls by dividing the quinoa into four bowls. Top each bowl with an equal amount of kale, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and crispy chickpeas.

Step 7

Drizzle each grain bowl with the lemon-tahini dressing and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1708.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2116.6

Total Fat 93.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5549.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 255.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.9g	0%
Total Sugars 31.9g
Protein 80.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2887.5mg	0%
Iron 10737.3mg	0%
Potassium 3535.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.6%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 46.8%