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Roast Chickpeas

Oven-roasted chickpeas are one of the easiest healthy snacks you can make. Toss with olive oil and salt, roast in the oven, and season with your favorite spice blend or herb mixture, the possibilities are endless!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 8 servings (1/2 cup each)
Calories: 132 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean , Middle Eastern

Ingredients

  • 2 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 to 4 teaspoons Spices or finely chopped herbs (see note 1)

Instructions

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  1. Adjust an oven rack to the middle position and preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
  2. Pour the chickpeas on a clean, dry kitchen towel. Rub vigorously until dried and the paper skins start to fall off (It is not required to remove all skins, but roasted chickpeas taste better if you do).
  3. Transfer chickpeas to a medium bowl. Add olive oil, salt, and spices and toss to coat. Pour on to prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake until the chickpeas are golden brown and crispy, dry on the outside but soft on the inside, about 20 to 30 minutes. Stir or shake the baking sheet every 10 minutes.
  5. Serve warm or cool completely before storing in an air-tight container. Once cooled, the chickpeas will go from crispy to chewy, but they will still be deliciously addictive!

Notes

  • Herbs and spices: I love to use a combination of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili powder, and cayenne pepper on my chickpeas. If seasoning with dry spices, add them before roasting the chickpeas. If using fresh herbs, add them after roasting (so they don't scorch).
  • Yield: This recipe makes about 4 cups of roasted chickpeas, enough for 8 servings, 1/2 cup each.
  • Storage: Store covered in an airtight container (with a piece of paper towel to absorb any moisture) for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving (1/2 cup) Calories 132kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Sodium 461mg (19%) Potassium 166mg (5%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 0.04g (0%) Vitamin A 18IU (0%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 43mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings (1/2 cup each)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 132

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving (1/2 cup)
Calories 132kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 461mg 19%
Potassium 166mg 4%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 0.04g 0%
Vitamin A 18IU 0%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 43mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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