Spiced Vegetable and Chickpea Grain Bowl with Cashew Sauce

Introduction
This vibrant and nutritious grain bowl combines roasted spiced vegetables, protein-packed chickpeas, and a creamy, tangy cashew sauce. It’s a perfect wholesome meal that’s both satisfying and packed with flavor, ideal for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients:

1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice

1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 zucchini, sliced

1 carrot, sliced

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp smoked paprika

1/2 tsp ground turmeric

Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Cashew Sauce:

1/2 cup raw cashews (soaked for at least 2 hours)

1/4 cup water

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 garlic clove

Salt to taste

How to make: