Tag: rice

Roast Veg, Chickpeas, and Grains

Serves 4

Ingredients

  • 1 bell pepper
    • 1 zucchini
    • 2 red onions
    • 1 can chickpeas, drained
    • 1 cup cooked grain (rice, couscous, quinoa etc.)
    • A bunch of herbs (parsley, dill, coriander — pick one or mix)
    • Olive oil
    • Ground cumin, paprika powder, salt, pepper
  • Dressing:
    • 2 tbsp red pesto
    • 2 tbsp wine vinegar (white or red)
    • 1 tsp sumac (optional, but good)
    • Salt & pepper
  • Toppings
    • Crumbled feta
    • Chopped dates, cranberries, or raisins
    • Toasted nuts (almonds, walnuts, pistachios — anything with crunch)


Method

  1. Dice the veg, toss with olive oil and spices, spread on a tray.
  2. Roast at 220°C for about 20 minutes.
  3. Mix the dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
  4. In a big bowl, combine the roasted veg, grains, herbs, and dressing.
  5. Add your toppings. Eat right away or portion into containers for later.