Crispy Ceci Chickpeas
Transform your snacking game with Crispy Ceci Chickpeas—a simple, protein-packed treat that's irresistibly crunchy and bursting with flavor! This oven-roasted chickpea recipe blends pantry staples like cumin, paprika, and garlic powder with a hint of optional cayenne for a spicy kick. Perfect as a high-fiber snack, salad topper, or appetizer, these golden-brown chickpeas are roasted to perfection in just 35 minutes. With minimal prep and a customizable spice blend, Crispy Ceci Chickpeas are your go-to recipe for wholesome, crave-worthy munching. Plus, they’re vegan, gluten-free, and ready to impress your taste buds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water, then pat them dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Removing excess moisture is crucial for crispiness.
Spread the chickpeas out on the baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 10 minutes to dry them further.
While the chickpeas are drying in the oven, prepare the spice mix by combining paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
Remove the chickpeas from the oven and drizzle them with olive oil. Toss to coat evenly, then sprinkle the spice mix over the chickpeas and toss again until well coated.
Return the spiced chickpeas to the oven and roast for an additional 25 minutes, shaking the baking sheet halfway through to ensure even cooking.
Check for doneness by tasting a chickpea. They should be crispy on the outside and slightly chewy on the inside. If needed, bake for an extra 5 minutes.
Allow the chickpeas to cool slightly before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
625 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.8 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1854 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.3 g | ||
| Protein | 17.8 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 524 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.
