Roasted Spiced Chickpeas

Name: Roasted Spiced Chickpeas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Lebanese
Ingredients: 2 cans canned chickpeas (2 cans), drained, rinsed, patted dry; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp ground cumin; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 0.25 tsp black pepper; 0.125 tsp cayenne pepper; 0.5 tsp sea salt; 0.25 tsp ground sumac (optional)

Crispy roasted chickpeas tossed with warm spices, garlic, and olive oil. A trendy, protein-packed snack that's crunchy, flavorful, and far healthier than chips.

45 minEasyServes 4140 cal/serving

LebaneseSideOvenVeganGluten-Free

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Ingredients

2 cans canned chickpeas (2 cans), drained, rinsed, patted dry
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
0.5 tsp garlic powder
0.25 tsp black pepper
0.125 tsp cayenne pepper
0.5 tsp sea salt
0.25 tsp ground sumac (optional)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 400°F.
2

Toss 2 cans drained, rinsed, patted dry canned chickpeas (2 cans) with 2 tbsp olive oil until evenly coated.
3

In a small bowl, combine 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 0.5 tsp garlic powder, 0.25 tsp black pepper, 0.125 tsp cayenne pepper, 0.5 tsp sea salt, and 0.25 tsp ground sumac (optional).
4

Sprinkle spice mixture over chickpeas and toss until evenly coated.
5

Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
6

Roast for 30-35 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until chickpeas are golden and crispy.
7

Let cool for 5 minutes on the pan before serving, as they crisp up more as they cool.
8

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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Questions

What oven temperature does Roasted Spiced Chickpeas need?

For Roasted Spiced Chickpeas, the oven is set to 400 F (about 205 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 35 minutes, in step 6.

How do I know when Roasted Spiced Chickpeas is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 4: cook until evenly coated. Step 6: cook until chickpeas are golden and crispy.

What can I use instead of sumac in Roasted Spiced Chickpeas?

The entry for Roasted Spiced Chickpeas calls for 0.25 tsp ground sumac (optional). In its place: Lemon zest with a pinch of salt gives the same bright sourness. Add it at the end, as you would the sumac.

Can I use dried beans instead of canned in Roasted Spiced Chickpeas?

Yes. One 15-ounce can is about one and a half cups of cooked beans, which comes from a generous half cup dried. Soak them overnight and simmer until tender before you start the recipe. As written, the entry for Roasted Spiced Chickpeas uses 2 cans canned chickpeas (2 cans), drained, rinsed, patted dry.

How hot is Roasted Spiced Chickpeas?

Moderately. The heat in Roasted Spiced Chickpeas comes from 0.125 tsp cayenne pepper. For a milder plate, halve the cayenne; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

How many calories are in Roasted Spiced Chickpeas?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 140 calories, with 5 g protein, 16 g carbohydrate and 6 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 320 mg sodium.

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