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Crispy Roasted Chickpeas

Crispy Roasted Chickpeas: Your New Favorite Guilt-Free Snack

Crispy Roasted Chickpeas are a delicious, guilt-free snack packed with protein and fiber, perfect for any craving.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 15 oz organic low sodium garbanzo beans Drain and rinse before use.
  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
For the Sweet Flavor
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup No direct substitutes; honey can be used if not strictly vegan.
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
For the Ranch Flavor
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp dried dill
  • ½ tsp dried parsley
  • ½ tsp salt
For the Spicy Flavor
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp salt

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • mixing bowls
  • Silicone Mat or Parchment Paper
  • kitchen towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Drain and rinse the garbanzo beans under cold water and inspect them, removing any loose skins.
  3. Pat the chickpeas dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel.
  4. Line a large baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper, lightly spraying it with oil if using parchment.
  5. Spread the dried chickpeas evenly across the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  6. Roast the chickpeas for 20–30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. While the chickpeas are roasting, prepare the sweet, ranch, and spicy flavor mixtures in small bowls.
  8. When they are done roasting, divide the chickpeas among the bowls and toss with the corresponding flavor mixtures.
  9. For set flavor, return the chickpeas coated in sweet mixture to the oven for an additional 5–10 minutes.
  10. Remove all variations from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 10gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Ensure chickpeas are completely dry after rinsing to achieve the desired crispiness. Adjust spice levels to personal preference for the spicy variation.

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