Description
Enjoy this warm, encouraging, and simple recipe for Smoky Roasted Chickpea Snack. It is a protein-packed bite perfect for busy days when you need something delicious and quick that feels like home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and patted very dry
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a medium bowl, toss the dried chickpeas with olive oil.
- Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using) to the bowl. Mix well until the chickpeas are evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roast for 20 to 30 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until they are golden brown and crunchy.
- Let them cool slightly before serving. They will crisp up more as they cool.
Notes
- Make sure your chickpeas are very dry before roasting; this helps them get crispy.
- Store leftovers in a loosely covered container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Do not refrigerate if you want them to stay crunchy.
- Feel free to adjust the spices to your liking. A little cumin works well too.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: Approx. 180
- Sugar: Approx. 2g
- Sodium: Approx. 300mg
- Fat: Approx. 6g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: Not specified
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 28g
- Fiber: Approx. 7g
- Protein: Approx. 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg