Spicy Chickpea Yogurt Bowl (Print View)

Spicy chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and creamy yogurt in a nutrient-packed bowl. Ready in minutes.

# Components:

→ Chickpeas

01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons buffalo sauce
04 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
07 - 1 cup baby spinach or mixed greens
08 - 1 small carrot, julienned
09 - 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
10 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Greek Yogurt Dressing

11 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
13 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
14 - Salt and black pepper to taste
15 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or chives (optional)

→ Toppings

16 - 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (optional)
17 - 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
18 - 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add drained and rinsed chickpeas and sauté for 2 minutes, then sprinkle with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir in the buffalo sauce and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the chickpeas are heated through and well-coated. Remove from heat.
02 - In a small bowl, combine plain Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and chopped herbs (if using). Whisk until smooth and well combined.
03 - Divide the mixed greens, shredded red cabbage, julienned carrot, sliced cucumber, and halved cherry tomatoes between two serving bowls. Arrange these vegetables as a base.
04 - Top each vegetable base with the warm buffalo chickpeas. Drizzle generously with the prepared Greek yogurt dressing. Garnish with optional feta cheese, sliced green onions, and seeds, if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 15 minutes
  • Perfect for meal prep
  • Customizable to taste preferences
  • Packed with protein and fiber
  • Budget friendly using pantry staples
02 -
  • Perfect for meal prep
  • High in protein 19g per serving
  • Excellent source of fiber
  • Completely customizable
03 -
  • Toast chickpeas until slightly crispy before adding sauce
  • Make extra dressing to use throughout the week
  • Prep vegetables in advance for faster assembly

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