Golden Ginger Cauliflower Chickpea Bowls
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
2 to 4 people
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Golden Ginger Cauliflower Chickpea Bowls
Description
Golden Ginger Cauliflower Chickpea Bowls bring together roasted vegetables and legumes seasoned with vibrant spices like turmeric and ginger. The roasting process crisps the cauliflower and chickpeas, developing a slightly nutty flavor and pleasant texture contrast. The accompanying hummus dressing, combined with lemon juice, honey, and fresh grated ginger, adds creaminess and a subtle sweetness that complements the roasted ingredients.
The dish is served over couscous or a chosen grain, providing a neutral base that absorbs the dressing and balances the spice blend. Topped with fresh cilantro, it gains a fresh herbal note that brightens the bowl.
Preparation involves roasting the seasoned ingredients until golden and crisp, then assembling with cooked couscous and drizzling the dressing on top. This dish fits well as a main vegetarian meal option or a satisfying lunch bowl.
Ingredients
- 4 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 chickpeas drained and rinsed, canned
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- salt kosher salt
- black pepper kosher salt
- couscous or your favorite grain, for serving, cooked
- cilantro for topping, fresh
hummus dressing
- ¼ cup hummus or your favorite variety, plain
- ½ lemon juiced
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ginger grated, fresh
- salt kosher salt
- black pepper kosher salt
- 2 to 3 tablespoons water cold
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Toss the cauliflower and chickpeas with the olive oil on a baking sheet. Season all over with the turmeric, ginger and garlic powder. Sprinkle on a big pinch of salt and pepper and toss well.
- Roast until golden and crispy, tossing once or twice during cook time, for about 25 to 30 minutes.
- While the cauliflower roasts, cook the couscous (or other grain) if needed and make the hummus dressing.
- Whisk together the hummus, lemon juice, honey, ginger and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth. Whisk in the water until the mixture smooths and thins out.
- To assemble, scoop the couscous into bowls. Top with the cauliflower and chickpeas. Drizzle with the dressing. Top with cilantro and enjoy!
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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