Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas

Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas

with herbed tahini sauce

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 30m
Total Time: 35m
Temp.: 425 °F
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
4.8 (16 Reviews)
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Ingredients

Adjust servings:

For cauliflower and chickpeas:

For herbed tahini sauce:

Nutritional Information

312
Calories
20g
Fat
27g
Carbohydrates
11g
Protein
0mg
Cholesterol
1045mg
Sodium
Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas

Recipe Description

This Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas is one of my favorite ways to get more vegetables in. Plant-based and protein-packed, this easy recipe is as healthy as it is delicious. The oven-roasted cauliflower and chickpeas are tossed with a savory herbed tahini sauce, which offsets the cauliflower perfectly. The homemade sauce looks vibrant and tastes bright, thanks to lemon juice, fresh herbs and garlic.

The recipe is easy to make, vegan and gluten-free. While the cauliflower and chickpeas roast, prepare the herbed tahini sauce. This vibrant sauce comes together quickly with tahini, fresh herbs, lemon juice, and garlic for mild heat. Serve warm or at room temperature. This dish makes the perfect side or leftover lunch. Enjoy!

To make the Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Preheat oven

    Preheat the oven to 425 °F.

  2. 2

    Prepare cauliflower

    2 min
    Step 2 - Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas

    On a cutting board, cut the cauliflower lengthwise into ¾-inch slices.

  3. 3

    Prepare marinade

    1 min
    Step 3 - Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas

    To a large bowl, add 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon cumin, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper and whisk to combine.

  4. 4

    Add cauliflower and chickpeas

    1 min
    Step 4 - Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas

    Add the cauliflower and chickpeas to the marinade and toss to coat well.

  5. 5

    Arrange on sheet pan

    1 min
    Step 5 - Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas

    Arrange the cauliflower and chickpeas in a single layer on a sheet pan.

  6. 6

    Roast

    30 min
    Step 6 - Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas

    Roast in the oven, flipping halfway through cooking, until the cauliflower is browned at the edges and the chickpeas are crispy, about 25-30 minutes.

  7. 7

    Prepare herbed tahini sauce

    2 min
    Step 7 - Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas

    Meanwhile, in a food processor, combine ⅓ cup tahini, 1 garlic clove, 1 cup fresh parsley leaves, 1 sliced scallion, juice of 1 lemon, ¼ teaspoon salt, and 3 tablespoons water and process until smooth. Aim for a thick, but slowly pourable consistency. Add a little more water if needed.

  8. 8

    Assemble

    Step 8 - Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas

    Transfer the roasted cauliflower and chickpeas to a serving platter and drizzle with herbed tahini sauce. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley.

  9. 9

    Serve

    Step 9 - Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas

    Serve and enjoy!

Looking for a vegan side dish recipe? Make this Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas! Easy and full of flavor, this 35-minute delight combines caramelized roasted cauliflower with crispy chickpeas, all drizzled with herbed tahini sauce. Made it? Let us know! Tag @cookmerecipes on Instagram and hashtag it #cookmerecipes

About the author

Nina Cole

Nina dreams of gender equality and for women all over the world to feel empowered and enjoy the same freedom she has. She’s a careful consumer, believing that by being more conscious about the way we live we can make the world a better place! Already a vegetarian, she uses animal products sparingly and tries to produce as little waste as possible. Most of her recipes are vegan as a result!

Recipe Reviews

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4.8 out of 5 (16 reviews)
Vincent Parker
May 7, 2025
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Super easy recipe

Yay
April 20, 2025
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Amazing! I served this at my friend's gathering, and everyone loved it! It's simple and totally delicious!

Kenny
April 2, 2025
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Yummy, quick, easy!

Jessica Moore
March 30, 2025
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I made this Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas for a small get-together and it was a hit! The herbed tahini sauce was so refreshing. I'm not a big cook, but this recipe was quite simple and helped me impress my friends. I’ll definitely make it again!

Amanda
March 19, 2025
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This recipe is superb! My kids loved it, and it was so simple to make. The tahini sauce added a great flavor!

Diana Scott
January 28, 2025
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Amazing! This recipe is easy and perfect for weeknight dinners. I made it last night, and my friends couldn't believe how delicious it was. Definitely adding it to my rotation!

Uptown87
September 2, 2024
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Delicious!

Nathan Dorsey
August 5, 2024
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I tried the Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas the other night while hosting some friends. I never thought I'd impress anyone with veggies, but everyone loved it! The herbed tahini sauce was the highlight, brightening up the flavors perfectly. It even made for great leftovers the next day, which I enjoyed while reminiscing about the fun evening.

Quinn
July 27, 2024
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Yummy!

Olivia
June 23, 2024
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I made this roasted cauliflower and chickpeas for a dinner party. Everyone loved it and couldn't believe how easy it was! A new favorite in my home.

Beth
June 14, 2024
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Yum!

Yvette
April 22, 2024
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Delish. I made this when my friends came over for a cozy dinner. They loved it and went back for seconds. I was surprised how easy it was to make. The herbed tahini sauce was a nice touch, and I’ll definitely use it again. Perfect for a healthy meal.

Gabby
April 12, 2024
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Amazing, simple, delicious!

Ian
April 5, 2024
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So easy love

Izzy
March 8, 2024
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This recipe is lit! The roasted cauliflower and chickpeas were so tasty, I made it for a dinner party, and everyone loved it! Super easy too. Thanks for sharing!

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