Description
A hearty and flavorful plant-based bowl featuring roasted pecans, tender barley, and protein-rich chickpeas, tossed with a zesty lemon-tahini dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked barley
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup pecan halves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon water (or more, to reach desired consistency)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the pecan halves with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 5-7 minutes, until lightly toasted. Watch them closely to prevent burning.
- While the pecans are roasting, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, water, minced garlic, and salt until smooth and creamy. Add more water if needed to thin the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked barley, rinsed chickpeas, and roasted pecans.
- Pour the lemon-tahini dressing over the bowl ingredients. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can use any type of cooked barley, such as pearl barley or hulled barley.
- Feel free to add other roasted vegetables like broccoli or sweet potatoes for extra flavor and nutrients.
- This bowl can be enjoyed warm or cold.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting and Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: Approximately 500-600 kcal (will vary based on exact ingredients and quantities)
- Sugar: Approximately 5-8g
- Sodium: Approximately 400-600mg (will vary based on added salt)
- Fat: Approximately 25-35g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 3-5g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 20-28g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 50-60g
- Fiber: Approximately 10-15g
- Protein: Approximately 15-20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pecans, barley, chickpeas, vegetarian, plant-based, healthy bowl, lemon tahini dressing, quick meal