Vegan Hummus Dinner Bowl

Ingredients:

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil + more for drizzling
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Handful fresh parsley or cilantro
• 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
• 2 cups mixed vegetables of choice (e.g., chopped tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers)
• Optional toppings: diced avocado, chopped olives, roasted chickpeas, pine nuts, or crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions:

1. In a food processor or blender, combine chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
2. Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and smooth the top with a spatula or spoon.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the cooked quinoa or brown rice with your choice of mixed vegetables.
4. Arrange the quinoa or rice mixture on top of the hummus layer in the serving bowl.
5. Add your choice of toppings to the dish, such as avocado, olives, roasted chickpeas, pine nuts, or red pepper flakes.
6. Serve immediately with pita bread or crackers, or enjoy as is. Enjoy your delicious and healthy vegan hummus dinner bowl!