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Cinnamon Roasted Chickpea

Cinnamon Roasted Chickpea Bliss: Easy, Cozy Fall Salad

A delightful Cinnamon Roasted Chickpea salad with butternut squash, perfect for cozy autumn gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Chickpeas thoroughly dried
  • 2 cups Butternut Squash cubed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • to taste Salt sea or Himalayan
  • to taste Pepper
  • 4 cups Baby Kale or mixed greens
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Tahini
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • to taste tablespoons Water adjust for consistency

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • Large Bowl
  • Jar for dressing

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and place a baking sheet inside to heat.
  2. In a large bowl, toss together the drained and dried chickpeas with cubed butternut squash. Drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle in cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Ensure everything is well-coated.
  3. Spread the seasoned chickpeas and butternut squash onto the preheated baking sheet in an even layer. Roast for 25–30 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  4. In a jar, combine tahini, maple syrup, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Whisk together and gradually add water to reach desired consistency.
  5. Once roasted ingredients cool slightly, spread baby kale on a serving platter, pile the warm roasted chickpeas and squash on top, and drizzle with maple-tahini dressing.
  6. Garnish with toasted pepitas or a sprinkle of cinnamon, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 9gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, serve this salad warm immediately after assembling.

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