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Roasted Chickpeas

These crunchy chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are high in fiber! Enjoy as a snack or add to a salad, soup or pasta for a little crunch and a boost of protein and fiber.
Print Recipe
Servings8
Calories147kcal

Equipment

  • sheet pan
  • oven

Ingredients

  • 2 cans chickpeas 15-ounce, low or no sodium, rinsed, drained, and patted dry
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Optional

  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

  • Wash hands with warm water and soap for 20 seconds.
  • After rinsing chickpeas, spread out on a paper towel. Pat dry, then let dry for about an hour.
  • Heat oven to 400°F and line a rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper.
  • Spread chickpeas evenly on the pan. Bake in the center of the oven until crunchy, about 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. The chickpeas will continue to get crunchy as they cool.
  • Place hot chickpeas in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Stir to coat the chickpeas,
  • Sprinkle with seasoning and stir to coat.
  • Spread chickpeas on a sheet pan to cool.

Notes

Store any cooled leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week.
Roasted chickpeas are also delicious when eaten warm.
Try other spices and herbs!
Nutrition Facts
Roasted Chickpeas
Serving Size
 
0.25 cup
Amount per 1 Serving
Calories
147
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
4
g
Sodium
 
315
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
 
15
g
5
%
Fiber
 
5
g
21
%
Sugar
 
0.03
g
0
%
Protein
 
6
g
12
%
Calcium
 
42
mg
4
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
Potassium
 
170
mg
5
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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