Crispy baked chickpeas are a delicious and healthy snack that can be easily made at home. They are perfect for on-the-go snacking or as a crunchy topping for salads.
Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder optional
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spread the drained and rinsed chickpeas onto a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and pat them dry. Removing excess moisture is key to getting them crispy.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the chickpeas with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
- Spread the chickpeas out in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, stirring once or twice during baking, until chickpeas are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely. They will continue to crisp up as they cool.
- Enjoy as a snack or use as a topping for salads or soups.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 240mgFiber: 9gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg