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Whipped Feta Veggie Bowls

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Ingredients

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Whipped Feta Veggie Bowls

4 cups butternut squashpeeled and cut into 1 inch cubes

1 large head broccolicut into florets

1 small head cauliflowercut into florets

½ red onionsliced into wedges

30 ounces chickpeasdrained, rinsed, and patted dry

3 tablespoons olive oil

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

½ tsp garlic powder

½ tsp smoked paprikaoptional

For the whipped feta

6 ounces feta cheesecrumbled

1 cup plain Greek yogurt

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp lemon juice

Black pepperto taste

Optional for serving

quinoa, farro, or riceCooked

Fresh herbsparsley or dill

Roast the veggies and chickpeas. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Add the butternut squash, broccoli, cauliflower, red onion, and chickpeas to a large baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Toss everything together until well coated, then spread into an even layer. Roast for 30–35 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the vegetables are tender and caramelized and the chickpeas are lightly crisp.

Make the whipped feta. While the vegetables are roasting, add the feta cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and a few cracks of black pepper to a food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then set aside.

Assemble the bowls. Divide the roasted vegetables and chickpeas evenly among four bowls. Add a generous spoonful of whipped feta to each bowl. If desired, serve over a base of cooked quinoa, farro, or rice, and finish with fresh herbs or an extra squeeze of lemon. Serve warm.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Caramelize for Sweetness 🔥
Toss vegetables in olive oil and arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet; don't overcrowd to allow proper browning and caramelization that develops deep, complex flavors.
Whip Feta with Greek Yogurt 🥄
Blend feta with Greek yogurt in a food processor until silky smooth, then season with lemon juice, garlic powder, and smoked paprika for a luxurious sauce that's less acidic than feta alone.
Crisp Chickpeas Perfectly 🌰
Pat dried chickpeas completely dry, toss with olive oil and spices, then roast at 425°F for 25-30 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through for maximum crispiness and even coating.
Layer Your Grains While Warm 🍚
Dress warm quinoa, farro, or rice with lemon juice and a pinch of salt immediately after cooking so grains absorb the bright flavors and won't taste bland.
Fresh Herb Timing Trick 🌿
Reserve half your fresh herbs to sprinkle over the finished bowl just before serving; this preserves their vibrant color and fresh taste that gets muted during roasting.