Rainbow Protein Bowl with Eggs & Chickpeas
Indulge in the vibrant and nutritious Rainbow Protein Bowl with Eggs & Chickpeas, a delightful dish that shines at any meal of the day. This colorful bowl is not only packed with protein from eggs and chickpeas but also brimming with fresh veggies like creamy avocado, sweet cherry tomatoes, and crunchy cucumber. With a hint of spice from chili powder or smoked paprika, this dish offers a satisfying mix of flavors and textures. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, it’s customizable to fit your taste preferences while providing essential nutrients for balanced eating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Total Time: 19 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boiled eggs
- 1/2 cup chickpeas
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cucumber
- 2 tbsp red onion
- Chopped parsley or cilantro
- Chili powder or smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Boil water in a pot and gently place the eggs in. Cook for 9 minutes, then cool under cold water, peel, and halve.
- While eggs are boiling, slice the avocado, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber and onion, and rinse the chickpeas.
- In a serving bowl, arrange the halved eggs, chickpeas, avocado slices, cherry tomato halves, diced cucumber, and red onion.
- Season with chili powder or smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and top with chopped herbs. Optionally drizzle with olive oil or lemon juice before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 370mg