Vegetarian Shawarma Rice

Elevate your meal game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Vegetarian Shawarma Rice recipe! Featuring aromatic basmati rice as the base, this dish is topped with a medley of sautéed vegetables, spiced chickpeas, and a refreshing blend of diced cucumber, juicy tomato, and fresh parsley. The rich shawarma spice blend infuses each bite with bold Middle Eastern-inspired flavors, while a creamy tahini-yogurt sauce adds a tangy, velvety finish. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner or an impressive vegetarian entrée, this recipe is both satisfying and incredibly easy to prepare in just 45 minutes. Serve it hot and let the diverse textures and flavors take center stage! Keywords: vegetarian shawarma rice, shawarma spices, Middle Eastern-inspired recipes, vegetarian dinner ideas, easy vegetarian recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups basmati rice
• 3 cups water
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 zucchini, sliced into half moons
• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons shawarma spice blend
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 tomato, diced
• 0.5 cup parsley, chopped
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Then, combine it with 3 cups of water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, until the rice is tender and water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and onion, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the red bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet and continue to sauté for another 3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.

Step 4

Stir in the chickpeas, shawarma spice blend, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chickpeas are warmed through and coated in spices.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the plain yogurt with lemon juice, tahini, and hot sauce (if using) until smooth and set aside.

Step 6

In a large serving bowl, layer the cooked basmati rice at the bottom, then top with the sautéed vegetable and chickpea mixture.

Step 7

Add the diced cucumber, tomato, and chopped parsley on top. Drizzle the yogurt sauce over the top and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2537.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2164.8

Total Fat 93.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 14.7mg	0%
Sodium 4680.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 264.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.5g	0%
Total Sugars 57.3g
Protein 79.1g	0%

Vitamin D 117.6IU	0%
Calcium 3454.1mg	0%
Iron 10742.6mg	0%
Potassium 4519.8mg	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: 38.1%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 47.7%