Honey-Glazed Carrot and Chickpea Sheet Pan Roast

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An easy sheet pan roast of sweet honey-glazed carrots and hearty chickpeas, seasoned with warm spices for a wholesome Mediterranean-inspired side or light main dish. This mediterranean-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian, mediterranean) ready in about 40 minutes pairs tablespoons olive oil, tablespoons honey, teaspoon ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Place 4 large peeled carrots cut into 2-inch sticks and 1 can (15 ounces) rinsed chickpeas on the baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until combined.
  3. Step 3: Drizzle the honey-spice mixture evenly over the carrots and chickpeas, then toss gently with your hands or a spatula to coat all pieces thoroughly.
  4. Step 4: Spread the mixture in a single layer on the baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until carrots are tender and chickpeas are slightly crispy.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley. Serve warm with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the dish.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Glazed Carrot and Chickpea Sheet Pan Roast take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Honey-Glazed Carrot and Chickpea Sheet Pan Roast?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep tablespoons olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Carrot and Chickpea Sheet Pan Roast?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Honey-Glazed Carrot and Chickpea Sheet Pan Roast for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Honey-Glazed Carrot and Chickpea Sheet Pan Roast vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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