Roasted Chickpea and Za’atar Cauliflower Salad

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A vibrant Mediterranean salad featuring za’atar-spiced roasted chickpeas and cauliflower tossed with fresh herbs and tangy lemon dressing. This Middle Eastern-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs cauliflower florets, canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed, olive oil 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 Middle Eastern cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 4 cups cauliflower florets and 1 1/2 cups drained chickpeas with 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp za’atar seasoning, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Spread the cauliflower and chickpeas on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until cauliflower edges are golden and chickpeas are crispy.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1 minced garlic clove to make the dressing.
  4. Step 4: Transfer the roasted mixture to a serving bowl. Add 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint, and drizzle with the lemon-garlic dressing. Toss gently to combine.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds and 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese (if using) over the top before serving.

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