Roasted Veggies with Halloumi & Chickpeas

 

Ingredients

6 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

 2 tsp coriander pdr

 2 tsp dried oregano

 1½tsp smoked paprika

 ½tsp cracked black pepper 

 1(15-ounce) canno-salt-added chickpeas, rinsed and patted dry

 6ounces halloumi cheese OR paneer/ Feta cheese cubed (½-inch; about 1½cups)

1smallred onion, cut into 8wedges

 1mediumzucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 2cups)

2 cups cherry tomatoes

1 small yellow bell pepper, coarsely chopped (about ½cup)

¼ tsp salt plus ⅛tsp, divided 

¾ cup whole-milk plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt

1tbsp finely chopped fresh mint, plus more for garnish

1 medium clove garlic, grated (about ½ tsp) 

 

Preparations

Preheat oven to 425°F with a rack in lower third position. Stir 6 tablespoons oil, 2 teaspoons coriander, 2 teaspoons oregano, 1½ teaspoons paprika and ½ teaspoon cracked pepper together in a small bowl. Toss dried chickpeas, cubed halloumi and onion wedges with 1½ tablespoons of the oil mixture on a large rimmed baking sheet until evenly coated; spread in an even layer. Roast until the cheese is browned and the chickpeas are starting to crisp, about 12 minutes. Stir and spread into an even layer.

Combine zucchini pieces, 2 cups tomatoes, chopped bell pepper, and 1½ tablespoons oil mixture in a medium bowl; toss to coat. Spoon evenly over the chickpea mixture on the baking sheet. Roast until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon salt.

Meanwhile, stir ¾ cup yogurt, 1 tablespoon mint, the grated garlic, 1½ tablespoons oil mixture and the remaining ⅛ teaspoon salt together in a small bowl. Spread the yogurt mixture evenly over 4 plates, then top with the chickpea mixture. Drizzle with the remaining 1½ tablespoons oil mixture. Garnish with additional mint, if desired.

 

 

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