Spicy Maple Roast Carrots with Crispy Chickpeas and Yogurt Sauce
Spicy Maple Roast Carrots with Crispy Chickpeas and Yogurt Sauce is a vibrant dish that effortlessly combines the sweetness of maple syrup with the warmth of spices. Roasted carrots caramelize to perfection alongside crunchy chickpeas, all topped with a creamy yogurt sauce that adds a refreshing touch. This delightful recipe serves as an eye-catching side or a light main course, perfect for impressing family and friends at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side/Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine sliced carrots and chickpeas.
- Drizzle olive oil over the mixture, then add maple syrup, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss until well-coated.
- Spread the mixture on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 25-30 minutes until caramelized.
- While roasting, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
- Serve the roasted carrots and chickpeas hot, drizzled with yogurt sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 5mg