Vegetarian Vegan Hummus Bowl

Total time50 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time30 min

This bowl builds on smooth, garlicky hummus, blended until pale and creamy with tahini and a bright hit of lemon juice. Crispy roasted chickpeas, coated in smoked paprika and cumin with just a whisper of cayenne, add serious crunch against the creamy base. A tumble of diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion keeps things fresh and crisp, while a scatter of parsley and a finishing sprinkle of za'atar bring in color and herby flavor. A final drizzle of olive oil ties the whole bowl together before it hits the table, warmed pita on the side if you're into it. It's a satisfying, protein-packed lunch or dinner that fits easily into a vegetarian spread, and it comes together with mostly hands-off roasting and a food processor doing the heavy lifting.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the hummus

2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed, divided
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½ cup tahini
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
2 cloves garlic, peeled
½ tsp ground cumin
½ tsp salt
3–5 tbsp ice water
1 tbsp olive oil

For the roasted chickpeas

1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained, rinsed, and patted dry
1 ½ tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp cayenne pepper
¼ tsp salt

For the bowls

1 english cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ small red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped
2 tbsp olive oil, for drizzling
1 tbsp za'atar

For serving

pita bread, warmed (optional)

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
Spread the patted-dry chickpeas for roasting in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil and toss with the smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne, and 1/4 tsp salt until evenly coated. Roast for 25–30 minutes, shaking the pan once halfway through, until the chickpeas are deep golden and crisp on the outside.

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