Honey Curry Roasted Cauliflower with Grilled Halloumi and Crunchy Chickpeas
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients:
For the Cauliflower:
1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp curry powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp turmeric
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Crunchy Chickpeas:
1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp cumin
Pinch of salt
For the Grilled Halloumi:
200g halloumi cheese, sliced into 1 cm thick pieces
1 tsp olive oil
Toppings:
2 tbsp sliced almonds, toasted
Fresh parsley, chopped
Lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions:
Preheat Oven:
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
Prepare Cauliflower:
In a large bowl, mix olive oil, honey, curry powder, smoked paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
Add cauliflower florets and toss until evenly coated.
Spread the cauliflower on one of the trays in a single layer.
Prepare Chickpeas:
Pat chickpeas dry with a paper towel.
Toss them with olive oil, paprika, cumin, and salt.
Spread the chickpeas on the second tray.
Roast:
Place both trays in the oven.
Roast the chickpeas for 25–30 minutes, shaking the tray halfway through.
Roast the cauliflower for 30–35 minutes, until golden and tender.
Grill Halloumi:
Heat a non-stick grill pan or skillet over medium heat.
Brush halloumi slices lightly with olive oil.
Grill for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
Toast Almonds:
In a dry skillet, toast sliced almonds over low heat until lightly browned, about 2–3 minutes.
Assemble:
Arrange roasted cauliflower on a serving platter.
Top with grilled halloumi slices, crunchy chickpeas, toasted almonds, and fresh parsley.
Serve with a squeeze of lemon if desired.
Nutrition Per Serving (Approximate):
Calories: 320
Protein: 15g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fat: 20g
Enjoy this flavorful dish that balances sweet, savory, and spicy Mediterranean influences!