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Cozy Harissa Chickpea Bowl with Citrus Fennel Salad

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A quick and easy harissa chickpea bowl paired with a bright citrus fennel salad, perfect for a healthy, comforting dinner with bold flavors and satisfying textures.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons harissa paste (adjust heat level to your taste)
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 bulb fennel, thinly sliced
  • 1 orange, peeled and segmented
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh mint leaves, chopped (optional)
  • Optional additions: cooked quinoa or brown rice, toasted pine nuts or almonds, crumbled feta or goat cheese (skip for vegan option)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Citrus Fennel Salad: Thinly slice the fennel bulb. Peel and segment the orange, removing any seeds. In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, honey (if using), salt, and pepper. Toss the fennel, orange segments, and chopped mint into the dressing. Set aside.
  2. Sauté the Onions and Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until soft and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add Spices and Harissa: Stir in ground cumin and harissa paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes to bloom the spices and meld flavors.
  4. Cook Chickpeas: Add drained chickpeas to the skillet. Toss to coat with the harissa-onion mixture. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through and slightly crispy. Season with salt and pepper. Add a splash of water or broth if mixture is dry.
  5. Assemble the Bowl: If using grains, spoon warm quinoa or brown rice into bowls. Add harissa chickpeas on top, then a heap of citrus fennel salad. Garnish with chopped parsley and toasted nuts if desired.
  6. Serve Immediately: Enjoy warm for best flavor and texture contrast.

Notes

Use fresh harissa paste for best flavor. Pat chickpeas dry before cooking to help them crisp. Let the salad sit to mellow fennel sharpness. Adjust harissa amount to control spice level. Store components separately for up to 3 days. Reheat chickpeas gently with a splash of water.

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