Red Meat Allergy Friendly Cilantro-Lime Chickpea & Farro Bowl with Roasted Peppers
Bright, zesty, and deeply satisfying, this grain bowl is built entirely around plant-based protein and wholesome pantry staples — no red meat anywhere in sight. Chickpeas take center stage here, roasted at high heat until they turn golden and genuinely crispy, while sweet bell peppers char at the edges for that smoky, caramelized depth you'd normally associate with a much more involved meal. The farro brings a nutty chew that holds up beautifully under the cumin-lime dressing, soaking in every bit of that citrusy brightness without going soggy. A generous handful of fresh cilantro and sliced green onion tops keep things lively, and optional avocado adds a creamy finish that makes the whole bowl feel indulgent without any heaviness. For anyone navigating an alpha-gal diagnosis or a red meat sensitivity, this kind of recipe is a genuine weeknight win — satisfying and protein-rich without a single ingredient that raises concern. Everything here is straightforward and easy to source, so there's no stressful label-reading or substitution gymnastics required. Just bold flavor, good texture, and a bowl you'll want to make on repeat.
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4 servings
For the farro
- 1 cup semi-pearled farro, rinsed
- 2 ½ cups water
- ½ tsp salt
For the roasted chickpeas and peppers
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 large bell peppers (any color), cut into 1-inch strips
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp salt
For assembling
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 2 green onions (green tops only), thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the drained chickpeas thoroughly dry with a clean kitchen towel — the drier they are, the crispier they will roast.
- 2
Combine the chickpeas and bell pepper strips on a large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 3 tbsp olive oil, then sprinkle with the cumin, smoked paprika, turmeric, black pepper, and 1/4 tsp salt. Toss to coat evenly, then spread into a single layer, keeping the chickpeas and peppers in separate areas of the pan so the chickpeas can crisp.
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