Description
Roasted Pumpkin Chickpea Salad is a vibrant autumn dish that beautifully combines the sweetness of roasted pumpkin and the heartiness of chickpeas. Tossed in a warm, spiced dressing and topped with fresh spinach and crumbled feta, this salad is perfect for cozy dinners, holiday gatherings, or simply elevating your lunch experience. Each bite offers a delightful harmony of flavors, making it an irresistible seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pumpkin, cubed
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss pumpkin cubes, chickpeas, olive oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until well coated.
- Spread the mixture on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and golden.
- In a serving bowl, layer fresh spinach as the base. Once cooled slightly, add the roasted mixture and top with crumbled feta.
- Serve warm or at room temperature with an extra drizzle of olive oil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg