{"id":"c573e851-0ed0-4fe1-a291-f24029b3207e","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/c573e851-0ed0-4fe1-a291-f24029b3207e","source_url":"https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a63461816/peanut-chickpea-protein-bowls-recipe/","title":"Peanut Chickpea Protein Bowls","description":"Crispy chickpeas, cabbage slaw, and brown rice are drizzled with creamy peanut sauce for a craveable protein-packed dinner that’s both hearty and healthy.","servings":4,"servings_text":"4 serving(s)","prep_time":"PT20M","cook_time":"PT0S","total_time":"PT45M","ingredients":[{"text":"1 garlic clove, grated","item":"garlic clove","quantity":1,"preparation":"grated"},{"text":"1/2 tsp. grated peeled ginger","item":"grated peeled ginger","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/4 c. all-natural creamy peanut butter","item":"all-natural creamy peanut butter","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"3 tbsp. fresh lime juice","item":"fresh lime juice","quantity":3,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce","item":"reduced-sodium soy sauce","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tbsp. honey","item":"honey","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 tsp. toasted sesame oil","item":"toasted sesame oil","quantity":2,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"2 can chickpeas, drained, rinsed","item":"chickpeas, drained","quantity":2,"unit":"can","preparation":"rinsed"},{"text":"2 tbsp. neutral oil","item":"neutral oil","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"3/4 tsp. kosher salt, divided","item":"kosher salt","quantity":0.75,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"divided"},{"text":"2 garlic cloves, finely chopped","item":"garlic cloves","quantity":2,"preparation":"finely chopped"},{"text":"1 tbsp. grated peeled ginger","item":"grated peeled ginger","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1/4 head of red cabbage, shredded or finely chopped (about 3 cups)","item":"red cabbage, shredded or finely chopped","quantity":0.25,"unit":"head","preparation":"about 3 cups"},{"text":"2 tbsp. finely chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for serving","item":"finely chopped fresh cilantro","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"plus more for serving"},{"text":"2 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced","item":"Persian cucumbers","quantity":2,"preparation":"thinly sliced"},{"text":"1 medium carrot, shredded","item":"medium carrot","quantity":1,"preparation":"shredded"},{"text":"3 c. cooked brown rice","item":"cooked brown rice","quantity":3,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1/4 c. roasted peanuts, chopped","item":"roasted peanuts","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup","preparation":"chopped"},{"text":"4 lime wedges","item":"lime wedges","quantity":4}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"In a medium bowl, whisk garlic, ginger, peanut butter, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil. Add warm water, 1 tsp. at a time, until desired consistency is reached.","section":"Peanut Sauce"},{"number":2,"text":"Make Ahead: Sauce can be made 3 days ahead. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate.","section":"Peanut Sauce"},{"number":3,"text":"On a large clean kitchen towel or paper towels, spread out chickpeas. Top with a second clean towel and gently press to remove as much moisture as possible from chickpeas. (If you can, pick off and discard as many chickpea skins as possible; this will help the chickpeas crisp up better.)","section":"Chickpeas & Bowls"},{"number":4,"text":"In a large, deep, heavy skillet (preferably at least 2\" deep) over medium heat, heat oil. Add chickpeas; season with 1/2 tsp. kosher salt and gently toss to coat. Spread chickpeas in a single layer and cook, tossing occasionally, until browned and slightly crisp, 4 to 5 minutes. (The chickpeas may cause the oil to spit, so use a splatter screen if you have one!)","section":"Chickpeas & Bowls"},{"number":5,"text":"Add garlic and ginger and continue to cook, tossing constantly, until chickpeas are crispy all over and garlic and ginger are lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes more. Transfer chickpea mixture to a clean plate.","section":"Chickpeas & Bowls"},{"number":6,"text":"In a medium bowl, toss cabbage, cilantro, and 1/4 tsp. salt.","section":"Chickpeas & Bowls"},{"number":7,"text":"Spread 3/4 cup rice among bowls. Top with cabbage mixture, cucumbers, carrots, and chickpeas. Sprinkle with peanuts and more cilantro; drizzle with peanut sauce. Serve with lime wedges alongside.","section":"Chickpeas & Bowls"}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:51:12.549871+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:51:12.549871+00:00"}