Sugar-Free Crunchy Chickpeas
Discover the irresistible crunch of this guilt-free snack with our Sugar-Free Crunchy Chickpeas recipe! Packed with flavorful spices like smoked paprika, garlic powder, and ground cumin, these roasted chickpeas are a nutritious alternative to traditional snacks. With just a handful of pantry ingredients and minimal prep, this high-protein treat is ready to go in under an hour. Perfectly roasted to golden perfection, they offer a satisfying crunch that makes them ideal for snacking on the go or adding texture to salads and soups. Vegan, gluten-free, and preservative-free, this recipe checks all the boxes for a wholesome and flavorful snack that’s as healthy as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned chickpeas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
Open the can of chickpeas and drain them in a strainer. Rinse well under cold water to remove any excess canning liquid.
Spread the rinsed chickpeas onto a clean kitchen towel or paper towels, and gently pat them dry. Removing as much moisture as possible will help them crisp up nicely in the oven.
Transfer the dry chickpeas to a large bowl. Add the olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the chickpeas are evenly coated with the oil and seasoning mix.
Spread the seasoned chickpeas evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure they're in a single layer to ensure even baking.
Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes. Toss the chickpeas halfway through the baking time to ensure they roast evenly and become uniformly crunchy.
Check for doneness at the 35-minute mark. The chickpeas should be golden brown and crunchy. If not, continue to roast for another 5 minutes or until perfectly crisp.
Once done, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the chickpeas cool completely. They will continue to crisp up as they cool.
Store the cooled chickpeas in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Enjoy them as a snack on their own or as a topping for salads and soups.
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 | 2426 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.4 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 | 165 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 814 mg | 17% | |
*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.
