Description
Crunchy and flavorful Parmesan roasted chickpeas that make for a nutritious snack or addition to meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
- 1.5 tbsp olive oil
- 3/4 tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 tsp lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp parmesan cheese (finely grated)
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Drain the chickpeas and rinse them thoroughly under cold water.
- Pat the chickpeas dry with a kitchen towel.
- Whisk together olive oil, garlic powder, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika in a mixing bowl.
- Add the dried chickpeas to the bowl and toss them until they are well-coated with the spice mixture.
- Spread the coated chickpeas in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle the finely grated Parmesan cheese over the hot chickpeas.
- Allow them to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a stronger flavor, feel free to add extra spices according to your taste. Ensure your chickpeas are dry before coating for the best crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg