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Spicy Maple Roast Carrots with Crispy Chickpeas and Yogurt Sauce Recipe

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A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring oven-roasted carrots glazed with a spicy maple sauce, complemented by crispy, seasoned chickpeas and a refreshing lemon garlic yogurt sauce. This recipe offers a delightful balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors with the added crunch of toasted pistachios and the fresh burst of cilantro.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Carrots

  • 16 Dutch carrots, scrubbed clean and tops trimmed (keep 2cm/1″ of tops for looks)
  • OR 600 g / 1.2 lb regular carrots (5 medium), peeled, cut into quarters

Spicy Maple Sauce (for carrots)

  • 3 tbsp maple syrup (or 2 1/2 tbsp honey)
  • 2 tbsp sriracha
  • 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp cooking salt / kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Crispy Seasoned Chickpeas

  • 400 g / 14 oz can chickpeas, drained but not dried
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp cooking salt / kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Extra Sauce (optional)

  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 tbsp sriracha

Lemon Garlic Yogurt Sauce

  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic, finely grated
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp cooking salt / kosher salt

Garnishes

  • 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander/cilantro leaves (substitute parsley if desired)
  • 3 tbsp toasted pistachios, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Carrots: Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Choose either Dutch carrots or regular carrots peeled and quartered. Toss the carrots with the spicy maple sauce ingredients—maple syrup, sriracha, olive oil, salt, and black pepper—ensuring they are evenly coated.
  2. Roast the Carrots: Spread the coated carrots on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for approximately 25-30 minutes or until tender and caramelized, turning halfway through for even cooking.
  3. Prepare the Chickpeas: While the carrots roast, drain the chickpeas but do not dry them completely. Toss them with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well coated.
  4. Crisp the Chickpeas: Spread chickpeas on a separate baking sheet and roast in the oven alongside the carrots for about 20-25 minutes until crispy and golden, shaking the pan occasionally to ensure even crispiness.
  5. Make the Lemon Garlic Yogurt Sauce: In a small bowl, combine plain yogurt, finely grated garlic, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and salt. Mix well to blend all flavors into a creamy sauce.
  6. Optional Extra Sauce: If desired, mix maple syrup and sriracha together for an additional layer of spicy sweetness that can be drizzled over the finished dish.
  7. Assemble the Dish: Place the roasted carrots on a serving plate, scatter the crispy chickpeas on top, and drizzle with lemon garlic yogurt sauce and optional extra sauce. Garnish with finely chopped coriander/cilantro and toasted pistachios for color and crunch.
  8. Serve: Serve warm as a hearty side dish or a light main course packed with vibrant flavors and textures.

Notes

  • Note 1: You can choose between using Dutch carrots with their tops trimmed to 2cm for visual appeal or regular carrots peeled and quartered depending on availability and preference.
  • Note 2: The extra sauce made from maple syrup and sriracha is optional but adds an intensified sweet and spicy kick.
  • Note 3: Toast pistachios lightly in a dry pan until fragrant to enhance their crunch and flavor before chopping.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian