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Healthy Vegan High-Protein Bowls with 25g Protein Easy Perfect Meal

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A quick and easy vegan high-protein bowl featuring quinoa, lentils, roasted chickpeas, fresh veggies, and a tahini-lemon dressing, delivering 25 grams of protein per serving.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
  • 1/2 cup green or brown lentils (uncooked)
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425g) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for roasting)
  • 1 cup baby spinach or kale, chopped
  • 1 medium carrot, shredded or julienned
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • 3 tbsp tahini
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or agave
  • 1–2 tbsp water (to thin dressing)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional garnish: fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
  • Optional garnish: toasted pumpkin seeds or hemp seeds

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup quinoa and 1/2 cup lentils under cold water separately.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
  3. In another saucepan, add lentils with 1 1/2 cups water, bring to boil, then simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes until tender but not mushy. Drain any excess water.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chickpeas dry with a kitchen towel.
  5. Toss chickpeas with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until golden and crunchy.
  6. Chop baby spinach or kale, shred the carrot, halve cherry tomatoes, and slice the avocado.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, and salt. Add water 1 tablespoon at a time until smooth and pourable. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. In large bowls, layer quinoa, lentils, spinach, shredded carrot, and tomatoes.
  9. Top with roasted chickpeas and avocado slices.
  10. Drizzle generously with tahini dressing and sprinkle with fresh herbs and seeds if using.
  11. Serve immediately or gently toss if preferred.

Notes

Rinse grains and legumes well to remove bitterness. Dry chickpeas thoroughly before roasting for crispiness. Use fresh lemon juice for best dressing flavor. Watch chickpeas closely during roasting to avoid burning. For meal prep, keep dressing separate until serving to avoid soggy veggies.

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Keywords: vegan, high-protein, quinoa, lentils, chickpeas, healthy bowl, plant-based, gluten-free, tahini dressing

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