Spicy Crunchy Chickpeas

Nutritional benefits of chickpeas

• Chickpeas are high in protein.  But so high in protein, it is a great replacement for meat in vegetarian, and vegan diets.
• Chickpeas are a form of plant-based protein that does not come from an animal.
• They are highly nutritious making them and their flour (chickpea flour, garbanzo flour) great for gluten-free baking.
• Chickpeas are also high in fiber aiding in digestion and moving bowels.
• Contain high levels of potassium.
• Keeps you satiated and full.
• Chickpeas make you feel energized due to their protein content.
• Don't have to eat a lot to feel full.
• Don't have to eat many to reap the nutritional value.

Benefits of cooking and baking with chickpeas

• You end up with a meal or dessert that really tasty, and ridiculously nutritious, made from beans!
• Roasting or baking chickpeas takes minutes
• Sauteing chickpeas with other veggies take minutes as well
• One-pot meals loaded with veggies and chickpeas on medium heat for a bit makes a hearty EASY meal
• Sauteing chickpeas in a pan is super easy.
• Beans are easy.
• The clean-up is easy.

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Spicy Crunchy Chickpeas

Any main dish can be paired with a side dish of Spicy Crunchy Chickpeas! Coated in dried herbs Paprika, Nutmeg, Rosemary, Sea Salt, Black Pepper, Cilantro, Dill, and Chives.  Full of plant-based protein this dish is also vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, and dairy-free.

Prep Time7 minutes mins

Cook Time15 minutes mins

Total Time22 minutes mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Middle Eastern

Keyword: black pepper, chickpeas, crunchy, easy, healthy snack, paprika, rosemary, spicy

Servings: 2 people

Author: Julie Rosenthal

Equipment

• oven & baking tray

Ingredients

• 1 can organic, no salted added chickpeas
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
• ⅛ teaspoon dried paprika
• ⅛ teaspoon dried rosemary
• ⅛ teaspoon dried dill
• ⅛ teaspoon dried cilantro
• ⅛ teaspoon dried chives
• ⅛ teaspoon dried nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Perfectly Crunchy Version

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line baking tray with foil and cooking spray. Set aside.
• To prepare the chickpeas, remove from container and strain the liquid through a strainer. Run water over them, and then discard liquid and put chickpeas into a large zip lock bag.
• Add 1 tablespoon of oil to the bag with the chickpeas. Massage the oil around the chickpeas so that they are all evenly coated.
• One by one add the spices and herbs to the zip lock bag in different places. Then seal the bag and massage the oil and herbs into the chickpeas until the chickpeas are coated evenly with the herb.
• Then place the chickpeas evenly on the baking sheet. Place the baking sheet on the lowest oven rack and bake at 400F for 10-12 minutes. Let cool and serve. Can be stored in the fridge for 4 days.

Super Crunchy Version

• Preheat oven to 415 degrees F. Line baking tray with foil and cooking spray. Set aside.
• To prepare the chickpeas, remove from container and strain the liquid through a strainer. Run with water. Discard liquid and put chickpeas into a large zip lock bag.
• Add 1 tablespoon of oil to the bag with the chickpeas. Massage the oil around the chickpeas so that they are all evenly coated.
• One by one add the spices and herbs to the zip lock bag in different places. Then seal the bag and massage the oil and herbs into the chickpeas until the chickpeas are coated evenly with the herb.
• Then place the chickpeas evenly on the baking sheet. Place the baking sheet on the lowest oven rack and bake at 415F for 15 minutes. Let cool and serve. Can be stored in the fridge for 4 days.

Notes

• Be generous with the herbs and spices you use.  You are welcome to use more than advised. 
• If you don't have all the spices and herbs listed don't worry!  Work with what you have.
• Needs more baking time?  Give it an extra 2-3 minutes.

Love and crunchy chickpeas!