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Roasted Veggie & Chickpea Bowls with Maple Dijon Tahini Dressing


  • Author: Sara McKenney
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

A vibrant and nourishing bowl featuring roasted sweet potatoes, broccoli, purple cabbage, and crispy chickpeas, all topped with a creamy, tangy maple Dijon tahini dressing. Perfect for a wholesome lunch or dinner — naturally vegan and gluten-free.


Ingredients

For the Roasted Veggies & Chickpeas:

  • 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets
  • 1 small head of purple cabbage, chopped
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Maple Dijon Tahini Dressing:

  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 12 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
  • 24 tbsp water (as needed to thin)
  • Salt, to taste

Optional Toppings:

  • Fresh parsley or cilantro
  • Cooked quinoa, brown rice, or greens

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line 2–3 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare chickpeas: Rinse, drain, and pat dry. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet.
  3. Prepare vegetables: Dice sweet potatoes, cut broccoli into florets, and chop cabbage. Toss each with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on baking sheets.
  4. Roast:
    • Sweet potatoes: 25–30 min, flipping halfway.

    • Chickpeas: 20–25 min, shaking halfway.

    • Broccoli: 18–20 min.

    • Cabbage: 15–18 min. Remove veggies as they finish.

  5. Make dressing: In a bowl, whisk together tahini, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and water to desired consistency. Add salt to taste.

  6. Assemble bowls: Layer grains/greens, add roasted veggies and chickpeas, and drizzle generously with dressing. Top with fresh herbs if desired.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes