Fresh Indian Bowl with Chickpeas A CIF Food Is Medicine side dish inspired by Indian flavors with emphasis on Heart Healthy, Omega-3, Lower Sodium, High Protein, Anti-Inflammatory. Designed for Food Is Medicine programming with fiber-rich plants, lean proteins, healthy fats, herbs, spices, and lower-sodium flavor building. This recipe supports practical, affordable meal planning for chronic disease prevention education and community cooking demonstrations.
A CIF Food Is Medicine side dish inspired by Indian flavors with emphasis on Heart Healthy, Omega-3, Lower Sodium, High Protein, Anti-Inflammatory.
Ingredients:
1cup chickpeas
1cup brown basmati rice
2cups cauliflower
2cups spinach
1cup tomatoes
garam masala
coriander
garlic
1tablespoon tahini
black pepper to taste
Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 400°F and line a sheet pan if desired,
Combine ingredients with olive oil, herbs, spices, and citrus,
Roast or bake until vegetables are tender and protein is cooked through,
Serve warm with fresh herbs or lemon.
Keywords:
fresh indian bowl with chickpeas, indian, side dish, heart healthy, omega-3, lower sodium, high protein, anti-inflammatory, 2 cups cauliflower, 2 cups spinach