Cozy Kale Bowl Delight (Printable Version)
Sautéed kale, roasted sweet potato, chickpeas, and tahini dressing combine for a comforting bowl.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 large bunch kale, stems removed, leaves chopped
02 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
03 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1 avocado, sliced
→ Legumes
05 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
→ Grains
06 - 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
→ Tahini Dressing
07 - 3 tablespoons tahini
08 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
09 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
10 - 2 tablespoons warm water, plus more as needed
11 - 1 garlic clove, minced
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Olive Oil & Seasonings
13 - 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
14 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
15 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
16 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss diced sweet potatoes and chickpeas with 2 tablespoons olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway, until sweet potatoes are tender and chickpeas are golden.
04 - Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté red onion for 2 minutes. Add kale and a pinch of salt; cook, stirring, until wilted and bright green, about 3-4 minutes.
05 - Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup (or honey), minced garlic, warm water, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust consistency with more water if needed.
06 - Divide cooked grains among bowls. Top with sautéed kale and onion, roasted sweet potatoes and chickpeas, and sliced avocado. Drizzle with tahini dressing.
07 - Serve warm and enjoy.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The tahini dressing creates this incredible creamy element that makes you forget theres no dairy involved
- Everything comes together on one sheet pan while the kale cooks in minutes keeping cleanup minimal
02 -
- Overcrowding the baking sheet is the fastest way to steam instead of roast so use two sheets if needed
- The dressing thickens as it sits so keep a little extra warm water handy to thin it right before serving
03 -
- Massage the kale with a tiny bit of olive oil and salt before cooking if you want it extra tender
- The chickpeas are best when they are completely dry before tossing with oil so they get properly crispy