High-Protein Za’atar Roasted Celeriac Chickpea Bowl
Description
This High-Protein Za’atar Roasted Celeriac Chickpea Bowl combines caramelized celeriac, crispy roasted chickpeas, tender cauliflower, creamy herbed yogurt, and toasted almonds for a nourishing plant-based meal packed with protein, fiber, and Mediterranean-inspired flavor. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a colorful sharing platter.
Ingredients
Roasted Vegetables
- 1 medium celeriac peeled and cubed
- 1 small cauliflower cut into florets
- 1 jar queen chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 1 jar roasted red peppers sliced
- 3 cloves garlic left whole
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp za'atar seasoning
- salt to taste
- black pepper freshly cracked, to taste
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup flaked almonds
Herbed Yogurt Base
- ⅓ cup lactose-free yogurt
- 2 tsp za'atar seasoning
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes or sumac
- 1 lemon zest from 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp fresh chives finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh coriander finely chopped
- sriracha sauce to taste
Instructions
Roast the Vegetables
- Preheat the oven to 180°C fan (350°F fan) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Add the cubed celeriac and whole garlic cloves to the tray. Toss with smoked paprika, za'atar, salt, black pepper, and olive oil until evenly coated.
- Roast for 20 minutes.
- Add the cauliflower florets and drained chickpeas to the tray. Toss well and return to the oven for another 20 minutes.
- Add the sliced roasted red peppers and place the flaked almonds in one corner of the tray. Roast for a final 5 minutes until the almonds are lightly toasted.
Prepare the Yogurt Base
- Spread the yogurt onto a large serving platter or shallow bowl and sprinkle with the za'atar seasoning.
Assemble and Serve
- Allow the roasted vegetables to cool slightly, then arrange them over the yogurt.
- Top with the toasted almonds, red pepper flakes or sumac, lemon zest, chopped chives, chopped coriander, and sriracha sauce to taste.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- For crispier chickpeas, pat them dry before roasting.
- Spread the vegetables in a single layer to encourage caramelization.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days and add fresh toppings before serving.