Roasted Spiced Chickpeas

If you enjoy savory snacks, definitely try roasted spiced chickpeas. Its a healthy snack that you can munch on without guilt, and you can also get creative by adding some sesame seeds or pumpkin seeds if you like.

Details

  • Preparation Time: 15 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 35 minutes
  • Difficulty: 1
  • Spiciness: 1
  • Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 400 g Chickpea, cooked

  • 2 spoons Wheat germ oil

  • 1 teaspoon Ginger, fresh

  • 1 teaspoon Spices, paprika

  • 0.25 teaspoons Lemon zest, fresh

  • 2 pinch Spices, pepper, red or cayenne

  • 1 pinch Spices, pepper, black

  • 0.5 teaspoons Salt, table

Steps

  1. Drain the chickpeas from the can and rinse them thoroughly under running water. Place the rinsed chickpeas on paper towels and let them dry completely.

  2. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius. Transfer the dried chickpeas to a large bowl. Add oil, ginger, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix the ingredients well with a whisk (or clean hands) to ensure the chickpeas are evenly coated.

  3. Line a low baking tray with parchment paper and spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 35 minutes, or until the chickpeas are nicely crispy. Shake the tray a few times during baking to ensure even roasting.

  4. Let the roasted chickpeas cool slightly, then transfer them to a bowl and serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Information (Per 100g)

  • Calories: 196.47 kcal
  • Fat: 6.38 g
    • Saturated Fat: 0.68 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25.75 g
    • Sugars: 3.65 g
  • Protein: 7.29 g
  • Fiber: 6.61 g

Advice

You can also cook the chickpeas yourself. Soak the dried chickpeas overnight in plenty of cold water. The next day, drain the soaked chickpeas and place them in a pot. Cover them with cold water, bring to a boil, and cook for another 15 to 20 minutes until the chickpeas soften.