Guys, this is basically the first blog recipe I’ve made in the new year! Well, I mean, I DID publish the Matcha Chia Seed Energy Bites on Monday, but that doesn’t really count because I technically made those before the new year. And I did make these Slow Cooker Beef Carnitas Tacos for dinner last night (easiest EVER), but that also doesn’t count because it wasn’t for the blog. So YAY! First official recipe of the year!
And also YAY because it’s Friday! Which is extra special this week since we’re all exhausted over here from getting back into things after such a long holiday break. Cody and I traveled all over the country (well, at least it seemed like that…4 states in one day!) visiting family, meeting up with friends, and we even took a little mini-vacation to get ourselves rested and focused on the things that matter. I completely took a break from blogging (which is my full time +more job) and let my mind be free as I focused on spending time with Cody, my family, and growing in my relationship with the Lord. It was SOOOO super refreshing!
Then came the first workday of the year, in which this restful peace quickly turned into frantic chaos. SO. MANY. THINGS! So remember that whole new year goal of slowing down and enjoying the moment? Yeah….it’s getting real now. Time to put my words into action! No matter what kind of job you have, I completely understand the balance struggle. Life is busy, and slowing down has to be intentional!
What are your tips for slowing down in such a busy lifestyle? Let me know in the comments below!
Thankfully, these Broccoli & Chickpea Rainbow Power Bowls have the nutrients needed to keep us busy girls energetic and focused!
They’re super easy to make, delicious, and require very minimal effort. Which is basically the way I like to function in this healthy eating world that I live in.
When I made these Broccoli & Chickpea Rainbow Power Bowls, I added a little bit of lemon and olive oil to create a delicious dressing. Another AMAZING option that I think would taste wonderful is adding a drizzle of creamy Tahini! There are also a couple of power-bowl-worthy dressing recipes on here, like the Vegan Turmeric Ginger Dressing or Avocado Lime Dressing.
Side note: I’m 100% ok with using frozen foods and canned foods if they’re organic, low in sodium, and still have the texture that needed in order to save time while making a healthy meal. In this case, I completely used organic frozen broccoli and organic canned chickpeas! All that to say: YOU DO YOU. Whatever makes you feel the best and helps you conquer healthy living. Just saying! 😉
Broccoli & Chickpea Rainbow Power Bowls
Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 5 mini sweet peppers
- 3/4 cup chickpeas
- 1 Tbsp coconut oil
- 1/2 tsp cumin powder
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 2 cups greens
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- Place the broccoli and sliced sweet peppers on a baking sheet. Top with coconut oil.
- Roast for 10 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the oven and add the chickpeas. Top the chickpeas with cumin.
- Roast for another 10 minutes.
- While the veggies are roasting in the oven, shred the red cabbage. Split the red cabbage and greens into two bowls.
- Top each bowl with the roasted veggies. Add dressing of choice (optional) and enjoy!
Beth says:
It’s good to remember how healthy and delicious a vegetable dish can be. This is a lovely and well balanced recipe, thank you.
Kathryn says:
This power bowl looks incredible! I love all of the healthy ingredients and I can’t wait to make this. Awesome recipe!!
Jill says:
This is the perfect bowl! I love that its so colorful it actually does make a big difference when eating to be attracted to your food!
Julia says:
Oh my gosh, love these power bowls and this is so easy for a lunch that I would have to throw together. Definitely trying to eat healthier so this is great!
Chef Dennis says:
Yum! I want a bowl or two of this Broccoli & Chickpea Rainbow recipe. It looks really delicious.
Jessie says:
this salad looks amazing! Is many textures and colors!
Marta says:
I don’t eat nearly enough veggies. This looks like a great way to get in more vitamins and minerals in our meal!
Kim Guzman says:
This looks so delicious. Fresh and inviting.
Amanda Dixon says:
This made the best lunch! It was super simple and quick to throw together but so hearty and filling. Definitely worth putting on your lunch rotation.
Shelley says:
Would be great as a salad jar too. Easier to transport to work…camping… 😀
Christine says:
What options are the “greens”?
Christine McMichael replied:
Greens can be considered kale, spinach, collard greens, romaine, and micro greens. I hope you enjoy the recipe! 🙂
Laurie says:
Hi!!
How long will these bowls stay fresh? Do you think I would be able to make a weeks worth at a time? Thanks!!
Christine McMichael replied:
Hi, Laurie! As long as your containers are sealed well, I think you should be able to! Enjoy!
Mary says:
This looks great! Any recommendations for dressings to put over this?
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Mary! The Vegan Turmeric Ginger Dressing would go wonderfully with these Broccoli & Chickpea Rainbow Power Bowls!
Sarah Le Donne says:
This looks super delicious and I haven’t eaten chickpeas in such a long time! Thanks for the idea 🙂
Christine McMichael replied:
Thank you, Sarah! I love chickpeas, they have protein and they taste amazing. 😉 Enjoy the recipe!
Faith-Anne says:
Hi Christine. Your mini vacation sounds delightful. Perfect way to start start “slowing down”. I’m super excited to make this bowl. I’m a little intimidated by bowls. They always look so perfect and sometimes, hard. But this bowl looks like a perfect way to jump in. Thanks again.
Faith-Anne replied:
I forgot to say I was the woman who won the Camus camu and it arrived yesterday. I’m grat duo to have won and can’t wit to try that either. Thank you for making healthy eating and living, accessible and less intimidating to the lay person.
Christine McMichael replied:
Thank you! It was definitely a great way to slow down. And I’m so glad to hear that! It’s always my goal to help make healthy eating simple and achievable 🙂 YAY!! Enjoy the camu powder, you’ll have to let me know how you use it! 🙂