Crispy BBQ Chickpea Bowl with Jalapeño Pico de Gallo

Spice up your weeknight dinner with this Crispy BBQ Chickpea Bowl with Jalapeño Pico de Gallo. It includes crispy BBQ chickpeas, cooked cauliflower rice, spicy pico de gallo, creamy avocado, & an irresistible cilantro coconut yogurt sauce. Easy to make & full of healthy ingredients from top to bottom, this vegan bowl will be a staple!

Level up your weeknight dinner with this power- & flavor-packed vegan bowl recipe.

The bowl is comprised of crispy BBQ chickpeas, cooked cauliflower rice, spicy pico, creamy avocado, & a cilantro yogurt sauce. Forewarning: the pico definitely has a bit of a kick to it, but the cilantro coconut yogurt sauce mellows out the spiciness.

Ready in about 30 minutes, this Crispy BBQ Chickpea Bowl with Jalapeño Pico de Gallo will quickly become a weeknight go-to!

Why You’ll Love This Crispy BBQ Chickpea Bowl Recipe

• Full of Flavor & Loaded with Nutrition: An easy-to-make recipe that’s created with plant-based protein, healthy fats, & yummy toppings to nourish your body!
• Quick & Easy: It’s the perfect creation to make on a busy weeknight, as it comes together in about 30 minutes & cleanup is a breeze.
• Great for Meal Prep: This Crispy BBQ Chickpea Bowl with Jalapeño Pico de Gallo stores well in the fridge, making it the perfect recipe to prepare in advance for healthy dinners throughout the week.

Ingredients

• Organic Chickpeas: We’ll be roasting up some chickpeas to add the perfect amount of crispy texture, fiber & plant protein!
• Organic Cauliflower Rice: You can find organic pre-made cauliflower rice at your local health food store. 
• Organic Jalapeño Pico de Gallo: Spicy & fresh. The perfect bowl pairing to bring the heat.
• Organic Avocado: Sliced up for some healthy fats.
• Organic Cilantro Coconut Yogurt Sauce: This sauce pairs great with the bowl, as it’s creamy, tangy, & herby.
• Organic Seasonings: Organic smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, & black pepper.
• Organic Avocado Oil: Avocado oil is my go-to baking oil because it’s neutral in flavor & it can be used at high-heat temperatures.

How to Make

1. Crispy BBQ Chickpeas. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Add the drained chickpeas to a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Toss with the avocado oil & seasonings. Bake for 20–25 minutes, tossing halfway.
2. Cilantro Coconut Yogurt Sauce. To a high-speed blender, add the sauce ingredients. Blend until smooth & creamy. If needed, add a couple of tablespoons of spring water to achieve your desired consistency.
3. Jalapeño Pico de Gallo. Mix together the pico ingredients until well combined.
4. Assemble. Divide the cooked cauliflower rice, crispy chickpeas, jalapeño pico, & avocado between bowls. Pair with the cilantro coconut yogurt sauce & fresh cilantro. Enjoy!

Tips for Making this Vegan BBQ Bowl Recipe Perfectly

• Baking: Be sure to toss the chickpeas halfway, as this ensures even baking. 
• Organic Coconut Yogurt: Check out this Coconut Yogurt 101 post for tips, brands, & everything you need to know about the dairy-free alternative.
• Organic Jalapeño: If you can’t handle the heat, de-seed the jalapeño or replace it with ½ cup of diced organic cucumber.

Storing & Reheating

This Crispy BBQ Chickpea Bowl with Jalapeño Pico de Gallo is the perfect vegan recipe for healthy leftovers & make-ahead dinners! 

Storing. Transfer ingredients to separate airtight glass containers. The pico & sauce will last up to 2 days & the bowl ingredients will last up to 4 days.

Reheating. To reheat, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Transfer the cooked cauliflower rice & chickpeas to an oven-safe bowl. Place in the oven for 10–15 minutes, until warmed through. To serve, pair with the remaining bowl ingredients.

More Healthy Chickpea Bowl Recipes You’ll Love

• BBQ Ranch Chickpea Quinoa Bowl
• Chipotle Honey Crispy Chickpea Bowl with Cucumber Avocado Salsa
• Sriracha Mayo Chickpea Bowl with Cucumber Avocado Salsa
• Spicy Honey Mustard Crispy Chickpea Bowl

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Xoxo.

CMG.

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