Name: Crispy Miso Chickpea Bowls with Garlic Sesame Dressing
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 3 (Servings)
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked brown rice, rice noodles, quinoa, or cauliflower rice ((or sub more vegetables — suggestions below)); 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed, well drained, and towel dried; 2 Tbsp toasted or untoasted sesame oil ((if oil-free, you can try omitting or adding more maple syrup as needed)); 1 Tbsp white or yellow miso paste ((ensure vegan friendly — we prefer Miso Master brand chickpea miso)); 2 tsp maple syrup; 1 tsp chili garlic sauce or 1/2 tsp red pepper flake ((adjust to preferred heat level)); 1 tsp chili garlic sauce or 1/2 tsp red pepper flake ((adjust to preferred heat level)); 1 Tbsp maple syrup ((plus more to taste)); 1 Tbsp coconut aminos ((or sub tamari or soy sauce if not gluten-free)); 2 Tbsp lime juice; 4 Tbsp rice vinegar ((or sub white or apple cider vinegar — results will vary)); 1 ½ Tbsp sesame oil ((if oil-free omit)); 4 cloves garlic, minced ((optional // 4 cloves yield ~2 Tbsp)); 1 ½ cups thinly sliced vegetables ((such as red or green cabbage, bell pepper, cucumber, or carrots)); 1/4 cup finely chopped roasted salted peanuts or cashews ((optional)); Quick Ginger Garlic Miso Tahini Dressing ((optional))