Chickpea Popcorn
Looking for a healthy, crunchy snack that’s perfect for guilt-free munching? This Chickpea Popcorn recipe is a flavor-packed alternative to traditional popcorn, making it ideal for movie nights or midday cravings! Made with roasted canned chickpeas and a bold blend of paprika, garlic powder, and cumin, this protein-rich snack delivers a satisfying crunch with just the right amount of spice. Ready in under 45 minutes with minimal prep, it’s a gluten-free, vegan-friendly treat that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Serve warm or store for later—either way, these crispy roasted chickpeas are sure to become a household favorite! Perfect for anyone seeking healthy snacking options.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz can canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water. Spread them out on a clean kitchen towel and pat them dry, removing as much moisture as possible.
Transfer the dried chickpeas to a mixing bowl. Add olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, cumin powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to ensure all the chickpeas are evenly coated with the seasoning.
Spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure they are not overlapping for even roasting.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, stirring the chickpeas halfway through to ensure they roast evenly. They should be golden brown and crispy when done.
Remove from the oven and let the chickpeas cool for 10–15 minutes on the baking sheet. This will allow them to crisp up further.
Serve immediately as a snack or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. Enjoy your healthy Chickpea Popcorn!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
520 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.8 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1894 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.3 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 18.8 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 529 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
