Crispy Roasted Chickpeas
These roasted garbanzo beans are a delicious snack that is high in protein and fiber to keep you satisfied, and so much healthier than chips or crackers.
Calories: 98kcal
Equipment
- Air Fryer optional
Servings:
Ingredients
- cooking spray
- 1 can chickpeas 15 ounces, drained and rinsed
- 1 ½ tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
Air Fryer
- Preheat air fryer to 400℉. Spray air fryer tray or basket with cooking spray.
- Rinse and drain chickpeas. Dry with a towel, then pour onto try or into basket. Spray the chickpeas and sprinkle with spices.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, shaking halfway.
- If the chickpeas are too soft, cook longer for desired texture.
- Allow to cool then serve. Store left-overs in an air-tight container, taking care to be sure they are fully cooled before storage.
Oven
- Preheat oven to 350℉.
- Lightly coat a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Rinse and drain chickpeas. Dry with a towel, then pour onto the baking sheet. Spray with cooking spray and sprinkle with spices.
- Roast on bottom rack of oven, shaking pan about every 15 minutes, until browned and slightly crunchy, about 45 to 50 minutes.
- If the chickpeas are too soft, cook longer for desired texture.
- Allow to cool then serve. Store left-overs in an air-tight container, taking care to be sure they are fully cooled before storage.
WW Information
Roasted Chickpeas are zero WW points. Click here to track it in the WW app.
Notes
Other spice options you can try:
- 1 tsp turmeric + ½ tsp ginger
- 1 lime (juice and zest) + 1 tsp cracked black pepper
- Taco - chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and a little cayenne
- 2 tsp dry Italian salad dressing mix
- Popcorn seasonings (check to see if they are anti-inflammatory)
- Feel free to experiment with your favorite spices.
Nutrition
Calories: 98 kcalCarbohydrates: 15 gProtein: 5 gFat: 2 gSaturated Fat: 0.2 gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1 gMonounsaturated Fat: 1 gSodium: 450 mgPotassium: 179 mgFiber: 5 gSugar: 0.1 gVitamin A: 174 IUVitamin C: 0.2 mgCalcium: 46 mgIron: 2 mg
