🍕 Roasted Cauliflower Flatbread with Harissa Yogurt & Crispy Chickpeas

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A warm flatbread base layered with smoky roasted cauliflower, creamy spiced yogurt, and crunchy chickpeas. Fresh herbs and lemon tie it all together. It’s bold, satisfying, and perfect for sharing.

🧑‍🍳 Overview

  • Difficulty: Medium
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: ~50 minutes
  • Servings: 2–3
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern–inspired

đź“ť Ingredients

For the Flatbread Base (or use store-bought naan):

  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt

For the Toppings:

  • 1 small cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1/2 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and dried
  • Olive oil for roasting

For the Harissa Yogurt:

  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tbsp harissa paste
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt

Garnishes:

  • Fresh parsley or mint
  • Lemon wedges
  • Optional: pomegranate seeds or crumbled feta

🧑‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Flatbread (skip if using store-bought)

  • Mix flour, yogurt, baking powder, and salt to form a soft dough.
  • Roll into 2–3 flat rounds.
  • Cook on a dry skillet 1–2 min per side until puffed and golden.

2. Roast the Cauliflower & Chickpeas

  • Toss cauliflower with olive oil, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  • Toss chickpeas separately with olive oil and salt.
  • Roast both at 220°C / 425°F for 20–25 minutes until golden and crispy.

3. Make Harissa Yogurt

  • Mix yogurt, harissa, lemon juice, and salt until smooth and creamy.

4. Assemble

  • Spread harissa yogurt over warm flatbread.
  • Top with roasted cauliflower, crispy chickpeas, fresh herbs, and a squeeze of lemon.

🍽️ Nutritional Highlights (per serving, approx.)

  • Calories: ~460
  • Protein: 14g
  • Carbs: 44g
  • Fat: 22g

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đź“‚ Categories

  • Main Categories: Vegetarian, Flatbreads
  • Additional Tags:
    • Middle Eastern-Inspired
    • Harissa Recipes
    • Cauliflower Dishes
    • Spiced Yogurt
    • Veggie Lunch Ideas
    • Oven-Roasted