Name: Harissa Chickpea Bowl
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 3
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 small onion diced; 2 cloves garlic minced; 1 to 2 tbsp harissa paste to taste; 1 can (14 oz) crushed or diced tomatoes; 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas drained and rinsed; 1/2 cup water or vegetable broth; 1/2 tsp sea salt plus more to taste; 2 cups cooked couscous or rice; lemon wedges, parsley or cilantro, olive oil for serving

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Overview

Prep10 min

Cook20 min

Total30 min

Servings3

DifficultyEasy

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Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil1 small oniondiced2 cloves garlicminced1 to 2 tbsp harissa pasteto taste1 can (14 oz) crushed or diced tomatoes1 can (15 oz) chickpeasdrained and rinsed1/2 cup water or vegetable broth1/2 tsp sea saltplus more to taste2 cups cooked couscous or rice lemon wedges, parsley or cilantro, olive oilfor serving

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Equipment

Medium pot
Wooden spoon
Can opener
Knife and cutting board

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Method

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Saute the base

Heat oil in a pot over medium. Cook onion until soft, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and harissa for 30 seconds until fragrant.

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Simmer the chickpeas

Add tomatoes, chickpeas, water or broth, and salt. Simmer 12 to 15 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens and tastes warm and bright.

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Build the bowls

Spoon grains into bowls, top with harissa chickpeas, and finish with herbs, lemon, and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve warm.

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Tips

NoteAurora prefers the garnish. I prefer the last bite.

NoteMake it once, then make it yours with tiny swaps.

NoteLeftovers are friends if you store them kindly.

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Nutrition

Caloriesvaries

NoteApproximate; depends on servings and toppings

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Storage

RefrigeratorStore covered and reheat gently when needed.

Best freshFlavor and texture are happiest the day you make it.

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Frequently asked

Can I change it a little?+

Yes — keep the heart of the method and swap toppings or veggies as you like.

How do I store leftovers?+

Cool, cover, and refrigerate. Reheat gently when needed.

Is this hard?+

No — easy steps, soft kitchen energy.

Harissa Chickpea Bowl

Overview

Ingredients

Equipment