Vegetarian Potato & Chickpea Bowl with Tahini Dressing

This December, I wanted to do something fun for you this holiday season that not only keeps you eating good, but feeling good too.

So, I created a Fiber Advent Calendar that you can download and follow for the next 25 days…

My goal with this is to have you try to incorporate a different source of fiber each day. From fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes, and grains — this is your ultimate way to learn that eating different sources of fiber each day is possible AND easy.

Each day of the month I’ll also be posting a recipe on my social media using the fiber source of the day. This way you can see how your favorite gut health RD would actually use these ingredients in real life — simple, flavorful, and totally doable even during the busiest time of year.

My hope is that by the end of these 25 days, you’ll not only hit your fiber goals without overthinking it, but you’ll also feel more confident, creative, and inspired in the kitchen.

Whether you’re trying to support digestion, balance blood sugar, stay fuller longer, or just feel GOOD in your body through the holidays, this Fiber Advent Calendar is going to be your daily dose of nourishment, but in a festive way. Did I mention that most of the fiber sources I chose are seasonal to the month of December?

*A reminder: When you eat foods that are naturally in season, they are not only going to be fresher and tastier, but more nutritious than if they weren’t in season. We want to eat foods that aren’t traveling too long to get to us, that’s how they lose their taste and freshness. Studies show that produce picked at their peak of ripeness are going to contain more nutrients when allowed to ripen on their parent plant.

So grab your download, follow along on socials, Instagram and TikTok -- and let’s make this December the month you prioritize your gut — one delicious, fiber-filled day at a time.

Recipe #4: Vegetarian Potato & Chickpea Bowl with Tahini Dressing

I know I say this often, but this truly is the best bowl I’ve ever made—and you’re about to see why. The combination of sautéed potatoes, broccoli, and chickpeas with jalapeño, garlic, and green bell pepper is unbelievably satisfying, and the creamy lemon–tahini dressing takes it over the top. Meals like this make it easy to load up on veggies, especially fiber-rich broccoli, along with the micronutrients your body loves. It’s quick, cozy, and perfect for lunch or dinner.

Prep time: 20 minutes

Total time: 30 minutes

This recipe is gluten free and vegetarian. Easily vegan without the addition of the feta.

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Ingredients:

1 medium potato or 10 baby potatoes

1–1½ tbsp extra virgin olive oil

½ jalapeño, finely chopped

¼ green bell pepper, finely chopped

¼ sweet onion, finely chopped

½ cup cooked chickpeas (canned or fresh, drained/rinsed)

1 heaping cup chopped broccoli florets

Salt & black pepper, to taste

¼–½ tsp garlic powder

¼–½ tsp cumin

Bowl base:

1–2 handfuls fresh spinach, kale, or arugula

Feta crumbles

Lemon–Tahini Dressing:

1½ tbsp tahini

Juice of ¼–½ lemon

1–2 tbsp cold water

Pinch of salt

Pinch of lemon pepper

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Instructions:

1. Cook the potato: Wash potato(es) and place in a pot of cold water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender but not mushy (about 8–12 minutes). Drain and cut into quarters.

2. Prep the veggies: While potato(es) boil, prep chickpeas, chop broccoli, jalapeño, onion, and bell pepper.

3. Sauté: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add jalapeño, bell pepper, and onion -- cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add potatoes and chickpeas. Let them sit briefly so they brown. Add broccoli and continue sautéing until broccoli is cooked through. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cumin. Remember dressing has salt.

4. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk tahini with a splash of water. Add lemon juice, salt, and lemon pepper. Add more water until it becomes smooth and pourable.

5. Assemble: Add a handful or two of greens of choice to a bowl. Top with the sautéed potatoes, broccoli, and chickpeas. Drizzle with the lemon–tahini dressing and garnish with feta if you like. Enjoy!

   
   

I hope you love this recipe as much as I did, so if you do, please leave me a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! I always read through my suggestions and comments, so please let me know your thoughts. If you have any questions you can feel free to DM me here or through Instagram. Speaking of Instagram - please tag me in all of your creations! I love seeing how the recipes come out and seeing how talented you all are. Sending my love.

xoxo,

Jasmin D the RD