Harissa-Spiced Roasted Chickpea and Carrot Salad with Lemon Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-27 · Updated 2026-05-27

A zesty salad combining harissa-roasted chickpeas and sweet carrots, tossed in a tangy lemon dressing and fresh herbs. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe (gluten free, vegetarian), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs canned chickpeas, carrots, harissa paste into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
• 3 medium, peeled and sliced into thin rounds carrots
• 2 tbsp harissa paste
• 3 tbsp, divided olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 clove, minced garlic clove
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 4 cups mixed salad greens

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a bowl, toss 1 can (15 oz) drained chickpeas and 3 medium peeled sliced carrots with 2 tbsp harissa paste and 2 tbsp olive oil until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Spread chickpeas and carrots on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until chickpeas are crispy and carrots are tender and caramelized.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp honey, 1 minced garlic clove, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
4. Step 4: In a large salad bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, roasted chickpeas and carrots, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
5. Step 5: Drizzle the lemon dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.