Spiced Romanesco and Chickpea Sheet Pan Dinner

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Roasted Romanesco and chickpeas tossed with warm spices and olive oil, roasted together for a hearty and healthy vegetarian main dish. This Mediterranean-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs Romanesco florets, canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed, extra virgin 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 Mediterranean 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, combine 3 cups Romanesco florets and 1 can (15 ounces) drained chickpeas with 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
  2. Step 2: Spread the mixture in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the Romanesco is tender and slightly caramelized and the chickpeas are crisp.
  3. Step 3: Remove from oven and immediately drizzle 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice over the roasted vegetables and chickpeas. Toss gently to combine.
  4. Step 4: Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro before serving as a satisfying and spiced vegetarian main or side.

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