These easy-to-make garlic tahini broccoli bowls are a staple vegetarian meal topped with flavorful and refreshing garlic, lemon, and tahini sauce. The combination of the roasted broccoli, farro, and tahini sauce is almost magical.
I have been loving these bowls featuring roasted vegetables and farro lately. This dish is super simple to prepare and has so many positive health benefits. It is also very filling and is perfect for meal-prep. Farro is a great low-calorie alternative to rice. I also find that the texture of the farro truly complements the tahini in this dish. The sauce, utilizing just a few simple ingredients, is so delicious. If you are a tahini lover like me you will adore this dreamy sauce!
Key Ingredients For These Garlic Tahini Broccoli Bowls:
This recipe only calls for a few healthy ingredients that can easily be found at your local supermarket. These bowls are also completely customizable, feel free to mix and match your vegetables as you please to get the most out of this simple vegetarian meal.
- Broccoli: This tasty green vegetable is full of nutritious vitamins and minerals, such as Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and Vitamin K, iron, and potassium. It is also a rich source of fiber and protein.
- Chickpeas: These low-calorie legumes are packed in fiber, making them a super filling addition to these bowls. I love to incorporate chickpeas into my diet. They are an excellent plant-based protein.
- Tahini: Featured in many hummus recipes, this butter is made using eggplant. This spread is featured in many Middle Eastern dishes. It is a good source of iron, calcium, and magnesium.
- Farro: With nutty and slight earthy tones, this grain has been a staple in my kitchen lately. This ancient grain is a wonderful source of fiber, protein, and iron. It also contains immune-boosting properties, including Vitamin B, magnesium, and zinc.
- Lemon Juice: This ingredient provides a bit of refreshing citrus in this bowl. Lemons are rich in potassium and Vitamin C.
- Garlic: Full of flavor and health benefits, this popular ingredient has been known to possess anti-inflammatory properties and lower blood sugar levels.
Recipe Tips and Tricks:
- Make it cheesy: Cheese provides a bit of added saltiness and flavor in this dish. Parmesan, goat cheese, or feta taste delightful sprinkled on top of this delicious broccoli bowl. Seasoned tofu feta is also a good vegan-friendly substitute.
- Add protein: These broccoli bowls taste great with some added protein. Shrimp, tofu, rotisserie chicken, and hard or soft boiled eggs are some possible options that taste wonderful in this dish.
- Drain your farro: Make sure to rinse and drain your farro in order to remove the powdery coating around the outer shell of the grain. Soaking farro overnight is a good option when preparing to make this dish because it will significantly shorten the cooking time.
- Switch up your toppings: Nuts, chia seeds, and extra vegetables all make great toppings to this bowl. Avocado is also a great addition that provides a source of protein and good fats. If you do not have any broccoli on hand, you may easily substitute it with another vegetable of your choice as the base.
- Turn it into a salad: Add some leafy greens, such as arugula, kale, or spinach, and cut back on your grains. Grains make excellent additions in salads for added nutrients. Thus, be sure to add some to your salad if you go with this variation.
Frequently Asked Questions About These Broccoli Bowls
Here are some of the top questions readers have asked about this recipe.
How do I make the sauce?
To make this scrumptious sauce, smash a garlic clove until it is turned into a paste with some salt. Then, stir into tahini and combine with lemon juice, salt, and pepper. To smooth things out since tahini can be quite thick, you add just enough water to thin out the sauce into a pourable consistency.
Does this recipe work for meal prep?
Roasted vegetable bowls are amazing for meal prep! They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days. These make for the perfect side dish or meal that can easily be taken on the go. Reheat in the microwave or on a stove-top skillet until warmed up.
Can I substitute farro in this dish?
I prefer to use farro for these bowls due to the grain’s nutritious value. If you are not a fan of farro, feel free to substitute with other healthy grains such as quinoa, brown rice, or even whole-grain barley. The best part about these broccoli bowls is that they are very customizable.
Looking for more delicious vegetarian recipes?
- Cuban Black Bean Bowls
- Vegetarian Chickpea Nuggets
- Ranch Chickpea Burgers
- Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas with Garlic Yogurt