Warm Spiced Cauliflower and Chickpea Salad Recipe
Warm Spiced Cauliflower and Chickpea Salad Recipe is a delightful dish. This recipe combines the earthy flavors of cauliflower and chickpeas with warm spices like cinnamon and cumin. The cauliflower is roasted to perfection in a hot oven, taking on a beautiful golden color and a tender yet crispy texture. The addition of harissa, a Moroccan chili paste, adds a spicy kick to the dish, while the fresh parsley adds a vibrant touch. This salad is not only delicious when served warm but also makes a fantastic cold option for a pack lunch. It's a gluten-free and vegan-friendly recipe that can be enjoyed by everyone. Try this warm spiced cauliflower and chickpea salad recipe for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients:
- Cauliflower
- Chickpeas (canned or jarred)
- Olive oil
- Cinnamon
- Cumin
- Harissa
- Fresh parsley
Cooking steps:
- Preheat the oven to a high temperature.
- Cut the cauliflower into small florets.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, cinnamon, and cumin. Mix well.
- Add the cauliflower florets to the bowl and toss to coat them in the spice mixture.
- Spread the coated cauliflower onto a baking tray and roast in the hot oven until golden and tender.
- Meanwhile, drain and rinse the chickpeas. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, mix the chickpeas with harissa to coat them.
- After the cauliflower has cooked for some time, add the harissa-coated chickpeas to the baking tray with the cauliflower. Return to the oven.
- Continue roasting until the cauliflower is cooked to your desired level of tenderness.
- Remove the tray from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Chop a generous amount of fresh parsley.
- Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the roasted cauliflower and chickpeas.
- Serve the warm spiced cauliflower and chickpea salad as a main dish or as a side. It can also be enjoyed cold as a packed lunch for the next day.
