Description
Crispy roasted chickpeas are a protein-packed, crunchy snack that’s easy to make and endlessly customizable. Perfect for healthy snacking, topping salads, or party spreads, they’re naturally vegan, gluten-free, and full of bold flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Optional spices:
- Paprika
- Cumin
- Garlic powder
- Chili flakes
- Curry powder
- Taco seasoning
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Optional sweet twist:
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Optional: fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat chickpeas completely dry with paper towels.
- Toss chickpeas with olive oil, salt, and desired spices until well coated.
- Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet, avoiding overcrowding.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through.
- Let cool completely before serving for maximum crunch.
Notes
- Drying chickpeas well is key to getting them crispy.
- Experiment with spice blends or even sweet coatings for variety.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temp for up to 3 days.
- To re-crisp, bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5–10 minutes.
- Not freezer-friendly due to texture changes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Global / Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg