Air Fryer Chickpeas
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Air Fryer Chickpeas
Description
This recipe begins by thoroughly drying rinsed canned chickpeas to promote crispness during cooking. They are then tossed with olive oil and seasoning spices including garlic powder and cumin for flavor depth. Cooking in the air fryer at 400°F crisps the chickpeas quickly while maintaining a tender interior.
The air fryer basket is shaken periodically to ensure even browning and texture. The final result is crunchy on the outside with a slightly softer center, making these versatile for snacking or adding texture to dishes. They can be eaten warm or cooled completely for later use.
Stored in an airtight container at room temperature, these chickpeas maintain their crispness for up to a week, making them convenient to prepare in advance as a wholesome snack or salad component.
Ingredients
- 1 15 ounces chickpeas rinsed and drained, canned
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
- Place chickpeas in a medium bowl and use a paper towel to dab them dry. Add olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, salt and pepper, and toss until the chickpeas are well coated.
- Transfer the chickpeas to the air fryer and cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking the air fryer basket once or twice during cooking to ensure even cooking.
- Allow to cool slightly and enjoy warm or completely cooled.
Notes
- Dry chickpeas thoroughly before seasoning to achieve crispiness during air frying.
- Shake the air fryer basket once or twice during cooking for even crisping.
- Store cooked chickpeas in an airtight container or Ziploc bag at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 209 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 209kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 592mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 324mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 38IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 8% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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