Roasted Chickpeas Seasoned 4 Ways
A versatile and nutritious snack that transforms simple chickpeas into crunchy delights, seasoned four different ways to satisfy every taste preference.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed and drained
- 1 tbsp light flavor oil (preferably light EVOO or avocado oil) Avocado oil is recommended.
Sweet Cinnamon Flavor
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp brown sugar
Savory Garlic Flavor
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp nutritional yeast
Ranch Flavor
- 1-2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix Adjust according to taste.
Spicy Buffalo Flavor
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp Red hot sauce (or your favorite buffalo sauce)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse and drain the chickpeas in a strainer. Remove the outer skin by gently pressing them between your fingers.
- Line a baking sheet with paper towels and dump the de-skinned chickpeas onto it.
- Grab a new paper towel and gently roll over the chickpeas to help them dry.
- Transfer the dry chickpeas to the baking sheet and discard the paper towels.
- Drizzle 1 tbsp of neutral oil over the chickpeas and toss to coat evenly.
Roasting
- Roast in the oven for about 35-40 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
- Press down on them with a wooden spoon; they should feel hard and crunchy. If they’re still soft, leave them in for another 3-5 minutes.
Seasoning
- While the chickpeas roast, prepare your mixing bowl with 1 tbsp of neutral oil and your chosen seasonings at the bottom.
- Once the chickpeas are done, pour them into the bowl while they’re hot to help absorb the flavor. Toss well to combine.
Notes
Store any leftover roasted chickpeas in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Avoid refrigerating to keep them crunchy. For longer storage, freeze them but consume within a month for best texture. Re-crisp in the oven if needed.