Sheet Pan Chickpea Shawarma with Roasted Vegetables
A vibrant Mediterranean-inspired sheet pan dish featuring spiced chickpeas and a medley of roasted vegetables perfect for a wholesome dinner. This mediterranean-inspired vegan (vegetarian, gluten free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed), olive oil, 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.
Ingredients
- 2 cups chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch strips red bell pepper
- 1 medium, cut into 1/2-inch half-moons zucchini
- 1 medium, cut into 1/2-inch wedges red onion
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- for serving lemon wedges
- 1/4 cup chopped, for garnish fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 2 cups chickpeas, 1 sliced red bell pepper, 1 sliced zucchini, and 1 sliced red onion with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp turmeric, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Spread the chickpea and vegetable mixture evenly on a large rimmed baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the vegetables are tender and chickpeas are slightly crispy.
- Step 3: Remove from oven and garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over the dish for a bright finish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Chickpea Shawarma with Roasted Vegetables 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 Sheet Pan Chickpea Shawarma with Roasted Vegetables?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Chickpea Shawarma with Roasted Vegetables?
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 Sheet Pan Chickpea Shawarma with Roasted Vegetables 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 Sheet Pan Chickpea Shawarma with Roasted Vegetables vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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