Vegan Hot Honey Cauliflower and Chickpeas
Indulge in the Vegan Hot Honey Cauliflower and Chickpeas Recipe, a delightful fusion of crispy roasted cauliflower and hearty chickpeas drizzled with a sweet and spicy vegan hot honey sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this dish delivers an explosion of flavors and textures that will satisfy everyone at the table. In just 30 minutes, you can create this versatile plant-based meal that shines as a main course, side dish, or snack. Enjoy the nutritional benefits of fiber-rich cauliflower and protein-packed chickpeas while customizing the spice level to suit your taste!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of cauliflower
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup vegan butter
- ¼ cup agave nectar or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
- Spices: smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and cut cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
- In a large bowl, combine cauliflower and drained chickpeas; drizzle with olive oil and seasonings. Toss well.
- Spread mixture on a baking sheet; roast for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt vegan butter and stir in agave nectar, vinegar, hot sauce, and soy sauce. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Toss roasted vegetables with hot honey sauce; serve warm with optional garnishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg