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Crispy Roasted Chickpea Snack Recipe

Best Crispy Roasted Chickpea Snack Recipe for Irresistible Crunch

Delight in this Crispy Roasted Chickpea Snack Recipe, a healthy and flavorful snack option with a satisfying crunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chickpeas
  • 1 can Canned chickpeas Rinse and dry thoroughly
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Helps to crisp up chickpeas
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Optional for extra crunch
For the Spice Blend
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Adds smoky depth
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Enhances chickpea flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper Adjust for spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances flavors
Optional Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley For garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest Adds brightness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Drain and rinse canned chickpeas under cold water, then pat dry with paper towels.
  3. Coat chickpeas with olive oil and cornstarch until evenly coated.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and salt.
  5. Sprinkle the spice blend over the chickpeas and toss to coat evenly.
  6. Spread chickpeas on the baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Allow chickpeas to cool for 5 minutes on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 6gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chickpeas are thoroughly dry for maximum crispiness. Customize spice levels to your taste.

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