Description
BBQ Ranch Chickpea Quinoa Bowls are a delightful and wholesome meal perfect for meal prep or busy weeknights. These vibrant bowls feature the savory goodness of BBQ-glazed chickpeas, complemented by fluffy quinoa, fresh veggies, and a creamy yogurt ranch dressing. Not only are they packed with protein and nutrients, making them ideal for health-conscious eaters, but they also cater to vegetarian and gluten-free diets. This dish is not only about convenience; it’s an explosion of flavors that will keep you coming back for more. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or grains for a personalized touch, ensuring satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 red onion
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 3/4 cup dry quinoa
- 1 can chickpeas
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 3/4 cup fire-roasted corn
- 1 medium avocado
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- 2/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 Tbsp. sweetener of choice
- 1 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh chives
- 1/2 tsp. dried dill
- 1/4 tsp. onion powder
- 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
- Pickle the red onions by combining sliced onions with apple cider vinegar, water, sweetener, and salt. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook quinoa in vegetable broth until fluffy (about 15 minutes).
- Prepare yogurt ranch dressing by mixing Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, chives, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sauté chickpeas in olive oil until crispy; season with smoked paprika and BBQ sauce.
- Assemble bowls with quinoa as the base topped with chickpeas, corn, pickled onions, avocado, cheddar cheese, and drizzle dressing on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 375g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 76g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg