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Top-down view of a vibrant Mediterranean Chickpea Lunch Bowl featuring seasoned chickpeas, feta, cucumbers, and dressing.

Mediterranean Chickpea Lunch Bowl


  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 18 min
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple, satisfying bowl featuring crispy seasoned chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and a bright yogurt dressing, perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 15oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon za’atar seasoning, divided
  • 1/4 cup full fat plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup cucumber slices
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Gently toss the chickpeas with 1 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon za’atar seasoning in a large bowl.
  2. Cook the chickpeas in a non-stick skillet over medium heat for 7 to 8 minutes, stirring often, until they are crispy and browned.
  3. Whisk together the Greek yogurt, remaining olive oil, and remaining za’atar seasoning in a small bowl to make the sauce.
  4. Divide the lettuce between two bowls.
  5. Top the lettuce with the cooked chickpeas, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, feta, and parsley.
  6. Drizzle with the yogurt sauce and add extra olive oil if you want more.

Notes

  • This bowl works well for meal prepping; store the crispy chickpeas and the yogurt sauce separately until serving time.
  • You can substitute the feta cheese with a dairy-free alternative to make this recipe vegan.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 8 min
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 8
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 45
  • Fiber: 12
  • Protein: 18
  • Cholesterol: 25

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