Description

This roasted chickpea recipe transforms humble chickpeas into a flavor-packed delight with a vibrant aroma and satisfying crisp texture. It’s a quick, nutritious, and easy-to-make option perfect for snacks, lunchboxes, or a simple protein boost.

Ingredients

2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, rinsed and dried
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
0.5 tsp garlic powder
0.5 tsp salt
0.25 tsp black pepper
Zest of 1 medium lemon

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Instructions

Prep Chickpeas: Drain and rinse two 15-oz cans of chickpeas, then pat them completely dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Season Chickpeas: In a large bowl, toss the dry chickpeas with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 0.5 tsp garlic powder, 0.5 tsp salt, and 0.25 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
Roast Chickpeas: Spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast at 400(deg)F (200(deg)C) for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until golden brown and crunchy.
Add Lemon Zest: Remove from oven and immediately grate the zest of one lemon over the warm chickpeas, tossing gently to combine. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Patting chickpeas completely dry is key for crispiness. For a spicy kick, add 0.25 tsp chili powder or a pinch of cayenne. Lining the sheet pan with parchment paper simplifies cleanup.

Prep Time: 8 minutes
Cook Time: 28 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: Roasting
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 0.75 cup (125 g)
Calories: 260 calories
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 350 mg
Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7.5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 32 g
Fiber: 9 g
Protein: 11 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg