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This Mediterranean Delight Bowl is a vibrant, wholesome dish packed with crisp vegetables, creamy hummus, and crunchy roasted chickpeas. Drizzled with a zesty lemon-garlic dressing, this meal is both nutritious and satisfying. Perfect for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or meal prep, this dish brings the rich flavors of the Mediterranean to your table in just a few simple steps.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad:
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • ½ red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint chopped
For the Hummus:
  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Dressing:
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Crispy Chickpeas:
  • ½ cup cooked chickpeas
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Hummus:
  1. In a food processor, blend the chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside.
Make the Dressing:
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, canola oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
Crisp the Chickpeas:
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the chickpeas with oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-30 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and crispy. Let cool.
Assemble the Salad:
  1. In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and mint.
  2. Drizzle with the dressing and toss to combine.
Serve:
  1. Divide the salad into bowls.
  2. Add a generous scoop of hummus.
  3. Sprinkle crispy chickpeas on top.
  4. Enjoy immediately!

Notes

  • Store leftover hummus and dressing in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • To keep chickpeas crispy, store separately in a dry, airtight container at room temperature.
  • Customize with your favorite proteins like grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
  • Swap romaine lettuce for spinach, kale, or arugula for variety.

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