Spicy Chickpea Meal Prep Bowl

Spicy Chickpea Meal Prep Bowl

17 min
2 servings

A quick high protein vegetarian meal prep recipe for those who love spicy food. This high protein meal prep bowl is full of fiber, and fats making for a filling lunch or dinner meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 cans chickpeas
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 1/2 onion, (finely chopped)
  • 3 garlic cloves, (crushed)
  • 2 tsp lemon juice, (fresh)
  • 1 cup parsley, (chopped)
  • 1 large ripe avocado
  • 1/2 cup mature cheddar, (shredded)
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • chopped parsley
  • 1.5 tsp chilli powder
  • 2 tsp coriander leaf
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp cumin powder
  • dash of salt

Directions

  1. 1

    Mix all the spices and set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat the oil over medium heat, add onions, garlic and stir fry until translucent. Afterward, add the chickpeas and the mixture of spices.

  3. 3

    Cook for around 7-10 minutes until chickpeas get beautifully toasted. Afterward, stir in the parsley and lemon juice.

  4. 4

    Slice a large avocado and sweet red pepper. Add the chickpeas to food containers and cover with parsley.

  5. 5

    Finally, add cheese, avocado slices, and paprika slices. Feel free to squeeze some lemon juice on avocado so it stays fresh for longer.