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Crispy roasted chickpeas

A crunchy swap for chips.

35 min totalServes 4About 9 g protein per serving
FiberProtein

Ingredients

  • 2 cans (15 oz each) of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Half a teaspoon ground cumin
  • A pinch of salt

Method

  1. Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Dry the chickpeas very well in a clean dish towel. Dry chickpeas crisp; wet ones steam.
  3. Toss with the oil and spread on a tray in one layer.
  4. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, shaking the tray halfway, until golden and crunchy.
  5. Toss with the spices and salt while hot.
Cook's tipAdd the spices after roasting. They burn if they go in at the start.

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Protein is an estimate based on typical values for the ingredients listed. Brands vary, so check your labels if you are tracking closely.

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