Crispy Spiced Roasted Chickpeas
A quick and easy snack featuring crispy, crunchy chickpeas roasted with a flavorful blend of warm spices. Perfect for snacking, topping salads, or sharing at gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 cans (15 oz / 425 g each) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed thoroughly
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil, extra virgin preferred
- 1 teaspoon (2 g) ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon (2 g) smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon (0.5 g) cayenne pepper (optional)
- 3/4 teaspoon (4 g) sea salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon (0.5 g) freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly using a colander. Pat them dry with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel.
- Optionally, remove loose skins by rubbing chickpeas gently between your hands and picking out any skins that come off.
- Transfer chickpeas to a mixing bowl. Add olive oil and toss well to coat evenly.
- In a small bowl, combine cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.
- Sprinkle the spice blend over the chickpeas and toss thoroughly to coat each chickpea.
- Spread chickpeas in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they have room to breathe.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, shaking or stirring the pan every 10 minutes to ensure even cooking. Watch closely after 20 minutes to avoid burning.
- Remove from oven when golden and crispy. Let cool completely on the pan before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature.
Notes
Dry chickpeas thoroughly before roasting for best crispiness. Toss chickpeas every 10 minutes during roasting to prevent burning and ensure even cooking. Let chickpeas cool completely to allow them to crisp up further. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. To refresh, heat briefly in a dry skillet. Variations include adding cinnamon and brown sugar for sweet & spicy flavor or using garam masala and turmeric for an Indian-inspired twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (about 40 gr
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 3.5
- Saturated Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 6
Keywords: crispy chickpeas, roasted chickpeas, healthy snack, spiced chickpeas, vegan snack, gluten-free snack