Description
A delicious Vegan Orange Chickpea Bowl with a tangy orange sauce, chickpeas, and vibrant vegetables. This quick, gluten-free, and dairy-free meal is perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner. Ready in just 25 minutes!
Ingredients
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For the Sauce:
- ½ cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free option)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or agave nectar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot powder
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 tbsp sesame oil (or vegetable broth for oil-free option)
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- ½ cup carrots, julienned
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
For Serving & Garnish:
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce – In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, cornstarch, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables – Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until slightly tender.
- Cook the Chickpeas – Add chickpeas to the skillet, stirring to combine with the vegetables. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add the Sauce – Pour the orange sauce into the skillet, stirring continuously. Simmer until the sauce thickens and coats the chickpeas and vegetables, about 3-5 minutes.
- Assemble & Serve – Serve the orange chickpea mixture over a bed of cooked rice or quinoa. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Add red pepper flakes for extra heat if desired.
Notes
- Protein Boost: Add tofu or tempeh for extra protein.
- Nutty Flavor: Stir in a spoonful of peanut or almond butter into the sauce.
- Spicy Kick: Increase red pepper flakes or add Sriracha.
- Different Grains: Swap rice for couscous, farro, or cauliflower rice.
- Extra Greens: Stir in spinach, kale, or bok choy towards the end of cooking
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, vegan
Keywords: vegan orange chickpea bowl, plant-based chickpea recipe, gluten-free orange chickpeas, healthy vegan dinner, easy vegan meal