Harissa Chickpeas with Whipped Feta

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories.

harissa paste

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Sriracha offers similar heat and flavor.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Ricotta is often less expensive and still creamy.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more budget-friendly option.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then pat dry with a paper towel.

In a bowl, toss the chickpeas with harissa paste, olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Spread the chickpeas on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until crispy.

While the chickpeas are roasting, prepare the whipped feta by blending feta cheese, cream cheese, lemon juice, and a splash of water until smooth.

Taste and adjust seasoning of the whipped feta with salt and pepper as needed.

Finely chop the red onion and cucumber for garnish.

Once the chickpeas are done, remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Spread the whipped feta on a serving plate.

Top with the roasted chickpeas, red onion, and cucumber.

Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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