Mediterranean Diet Crispy Roasted Chickpeas
Looking for a healthy snack packed with flavor and crunch? These **Mediterranean Diet Crispy Roasted Chickpeas** are the perfect guilt-free treat! Made with protein-rich chickpeas, heart-healthy olive oil, and a zesty blend of paprika, cumin, garlic, and onion powders, this recipe delivers bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors in every bite. The key to achieving that irresistible crunch lies in thoroughly drying the chickpeas before roasting them to golden perfection in the oven. Ready in under an hour, these crispy chickpeas make a versatile snack, salad topper, or side dish, all while being vegan, gluten-free, and packed with nutrients. Perfect for meal prep, they stay fresh for up to three days in an airtight container. Add this easy, flavorful recipe to your rotation for a satisfying snack that’s as wholesome as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 ounces Canned chickpeas
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas. Spread them on a clean kitchen towel or paper towel and pat dry. Ensure the chickpeas are as dry as possible to help them crisp up in the oven.
Transfer the dried chickpeas to a large mixing bowl.
Add the olive oil, paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and ground black pepper to the bowl with the chickpeas. Toss until all the chickpeas are evenly coated with the oil and spices.
Spread the spiced chickpeas evenly on a baking sheet, ensuring they are in a single layer for even roasting.
Place the baking sheet on the middle rack of the preheated oven.
Roast the chickpeas for about 35-45 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure they roast evenly, until they are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the chickpeas from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. The chickpeas will continue to crisp as they cool down.
Once fully cooled, serve the crispy roasted chickpeas as a snack or salad topping. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
650 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.1 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2428 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.7 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 18.9 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 834 mg | 18% | |
*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.
