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Spicy maple roast carrots with crispy chickpeas and yogurt sauce

Spicy Maple Roast Carrots with Crispy Chickpeas Delight

Enjoy a vibrant and flavorful dish of Spicy Maple Roast Carrots with Crispy Chickpeas and Yogurt Sauce, perfect as a main or side.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 305
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Carrots
  • 600 g Carrots Use 16 Dutch carrots or regular carrots for similar sweetness.
  • 3 tbsp Maple Syrup Adds essential caramelization; honey is a good substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha For heat and tang—adjust to taste.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Key for flavor and caramelization.
For the Chickpeas
  • 1 can Chickpeas One 400g can, drained.
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika Provides a rich, smoky flavor.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Enhances flavor profile.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Adds depth; adjust for taste.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground is best.
  • Salt Cooking Salt Season to taste.
For the Yogurt Sauce
  • 200 g Plain Yogurt Greek yogurt preferred for thickness.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Adds refreshing acidity.
  • 1 clove Garlic Freshly grated.
  • 2 tbsp Cilantro/Coriander Freshness enhancer; parsley as substitute.
  • Pistachios (optional) For extra crunch; can omit.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking Tray
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (425°F).
  2. Prepare the chickpeas by spreading them out on a tray while damp.
  3. Toss the carrots in the maple syrup, sriracha, olive oil, and seasonings.
  4. Arrange both trays in the oven, placing the carrots on the top shelf.
  5. Remove the chickpeas after 10 minutes; season and return to the oven for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Roast the carrots for a total of 30 minutes, tossing halfway through.
  7. Mix yogurt sauce ingredients together and let sit for at least 20 minutes.
  8. Assemble by spreading yogurt sauce, piling roasted carrots and chickpeas, then garnishing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 305kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Cut carrots evenly for consistent roasting and allow the yogurt sauce to rest for full flavor melding.

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