Spiced Chickpea Crunch
Crispy, flavorful, and totally addictive, this Spiced Chickpea Crunch recipe is the perfect healthy snack or salad topper, packed with warm spices and roasted to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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- 2 cans (15 oz each) canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss the rinsed and thoroughly dried chickpeas with olive oil, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne if using.
- Spread the chickpeas evenly on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer without overcrowding.
- Roast in the oven for 35 to 40 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet to crisp up fully.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for later.
Notes
- Make sure chickpeas are fully dry before roasting for the best crunch.
- Let them cool completely before storing to avoid sogginess.
- Adjust spice levels to suit your taste.
- Great for topping salads, soups, or grain bowls.
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