Sheet Pan Harissa-Spiced Shrimp with Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas

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Juicy shrimp and crispy roasted cauliflower come together with spicy harissa and roasted chickpeas for a quick, vibrant sheet pan dinner. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 38 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, cauliflower florets, harissa paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 28 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 4 cups cauliflower florets and 1 can (15 oz) drained chickpeas with 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp harissa paste, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Spread the cauliflower and chickpeas on a large sheet pan in a single layer. Roast for 20 minutes until cauliflower is tender and chickpeas are crisp.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, in the same bowl, toss 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp with 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp lemon juice.
  4. Step 4: After 20 minutes, remove the sheet pan from the oven and push the vegetables to the sides. Arrange the shrimp in the center of the pan.
  5. Step 5: Roast for an additional 6-8 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley over the entire sheet pan, toss gently, and serve warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Harissa-Spiced Shrimp with Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas take to make?

Total time is about 38 minutes (10 min prep + 28 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 Harissa-Spiced Shrimp with Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas?

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 cauliflower florets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Harissa-Spiced Shrimp with Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas?

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 Harissa-Spiced Shrimp with Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas 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.

What goes well with Sheet Pan Harissa-Spiced Shrimp with Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas?

Mediterranean seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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