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Spicy Maple Roasted Carrots

Spicy Maple Roasted Carrots

Spice up your dinner with Spicy Maple Roasted Carrots featuring tender caramelized carrots, crispy chickpeas, and a tangy yogurt sauce. Easy to make and packed with flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 16 small Dutch carrots cleaned with tops trimmed
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup or 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp sriracha
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 400 g canned chickpeas drained but not dried
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tsp finely grated garlic
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro finely chopped or parsley
  • 3 tbsp toasted pistachios chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Two baking sheets
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (425°F) and arrange the racks for airflow.
  2. Toss the carrots with maple syrup, sriracha, olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread them on a baking sheet.
  3. Place the chickpeas on another baking sheet.
  4. Roast the chickpeas for 10 minutes, then push them to one side, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Roast the chickpeas for an additional 20-25 minutes until golden and crunchy.
  6. Roast the carrots for about 30 minutes, flipping halfway through until tender and caramelized.
  7. In a bowl, whisk together yogurt, grated garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt; let it sit for at least 20 minutes.
  8. To serve, spread the yogurt sauce on a plate, arrange the carrots on top, and drizzle with extra maple-sriracha sauce.
  9. Sprinkle crispy chickpeas, cilantro, and pistachios over everything.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is very appreciated for its ease and irresistible taste. A dish that will showcase your cooking skills!
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