Chickpea and Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Name: Chickpea and Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. cashew butter; 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice; 2 Tbsp. light olive oil (sub avocado or grapeseed oil); 1 tsp. Dijon mustard; 1 to 2 cloves garlic, grated on a microplane; 1/4 tsp. each salt and black pepper (or more to taste); 2 to 3 Tbsp. filtered water; 3 to 4 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 5 cups small broccoli florets; 3/4 tsp. salt, divided; 1/2 tsp. black pepper, divided; 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice; 1 (15-oz.) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained; 1/4 cup mild harissa (such as Mina brand); 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes (fire-roasted or regular); 3 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish; Cooked quinoa, brown rice, or farro for serving

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:20min

Harissa Chickpea and Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce are the ultimate make-ahead lunch or weeknight dinner. Vegan, gluten free, and rich in plant protein and fiber.

Updated at: Wed, 17 Dec 2025 14:20:02 GMT