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BBQ Ranch Chickpea Quinoa Bowls

BBQ Ranch Chickpea Quinoa Bowls
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BBQ Ranch Chickpea Quinoa Bowls are a delightful and nutritious meal that combines the savory flavors of BBQ-glazed chickpeas with the wholesome goodness of quinoa, fire-roasted corn, and creamy yogurt ranch dressing. This vibrant dish is not only quick to prepare—taking just 40 minutes—but also perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. It’s customizable, vegetarian, and gluten-free, making it a fantastic option for everyone at the table. Whether you enjoy them fresh or pack them up for meal prep, these bowls are sure to satisfy your taste buds while keeping you nourished.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15-oz.) can chickpeas, rinsed, drained, and patted dry
  • 3/4 cup dry (uncooked) quinoa
  • 1/2 red onion, very thinly sliced
  • 1 medium avocado, cut into chunks
  • 1/2 cup grated sharp white cheddar cheese
  • 1/3 cup 2% plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp. mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
  • 3/4 cup frozen/thawed fire-roasted corn, warmed
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp. sweetener of choice (granulated sugar, honey, or maple syrup)
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh chives
  • 1/2 tsp. dried dill (or 2 tsp. fresh)
  • 1/4 tsp. onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp. each kosher salt and black pepper

Instructions

  1. Place sliced onions in a bowl. Boil apple cider vinegar, water, sweetener, and salt; pour over onions and let sit for 30 minutes.
  2. In the same pot, combine quinoa and vegetable broth; boil, then cover and simmer for about 15-18 minutes until fluffy.
  3. Mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, chives, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
  4. In a skillet with olive oil, cook rinsed chickpeas until crisp; add smoked paprika and garlic powder before stirring in BBQ sauce.
  5. Divide quinoa among bowls; top with chickpeas, corn, pickled onions, cheese, avocado chunks, and drizzle with ranch dressing.

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