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Cauliflower shawarma with chickpeas, red peppers, and red onions on a white plate.
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Roasted Cauliflower Shawarma Recipe (Oil-Free)

Roasted cauliflower shawarma recipe with chickpeas, red onions, and peppers, is an easy, vegan, oil-free sheet pan dish with fragrant spicy flavor.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Diet: Vegan
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal
Author: Denise Perrault

Ingredients

  • 1 medium cauliflower head cut into florets, about 5 cups
  • 1 medium red pepper cored and sliced thin
  • 1 medium red onion cut in half and sliced
  • 1 ½ cups chickpeas 15-ounce (400 gram) can rinsed and drained
  • 2 tablespoons shawarma spice blend
  • 1 teaspoon salt
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425 F (220 C).
  • Place the prepared vegetables and chickpeas in a large bowl (preferably with a lid).
  • Add the shawarma seasoning and salt. Toss the ingredients or cover the bowl and shake the ingredients.
  • Spread the cauliflower, veggies, and chickpeas onto a parchment-lined baking tray.
  • Place the tray in the middle of the oven and roast for 30-40 minutes, tossing after 20 minutes, until the cauliflower is tender and golden brown.

Notes

  • I highly recommend making a full batch of homemade shawarma seasoning (you'll be making this recipe on repeat). If not, combine 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon turmeric, 1 teaspoon coriander, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, and ⅛ teaspoon each of allspice, cinnamon, and ginger.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for 4 days. Cover to reheat, removing the cover for the last few minutes to crisp the cauliflower and chickpeas.
  • To use frozen cauliflower, roast it separately, unseasoned, for 15 minutes at 425 F (220 C). Then, add it to a bowl with the rest of the ingredients and seasoning. Toss and return to the oven to roast for another 15 -20 minutes.
  • Air fry at 390 F (200 C) for 15 minutes in batches, depending on the size of your air fryer. 

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 803mg | Potassium: 675mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 979IU | Vitamin C: 110mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 4mg