Crispy Spicy Roasted Chickpeas

Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

• 15 oz. canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)

Preparation

1. 1

   Step 1

   Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Step 2

   Pat chickpeas dry with a paper towel or clean kitchen towel.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Mix drained and rinsed chickpeas (15 oz.), olive oil (1 tablespoon), cumin (1/2 teaspoon), cayenne pepper (1/8 teaspoon), kosher salt (1/2 teaspoon), and black pepper (1/4 teaspoon) in a medium bowl until all chickpeas are well-coated.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Spread chickpeas on prepared baking sheet evenly so they aren't touching.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Roast for 30 minutes at 400 degrees F.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Turn heat off, and keep chickpeas in the oven until cool. (I recommend at LEAST an hour). If you have an electric oven, I recommend cracking the door open (see notes for more info about this!).

7. 7

   Step 7

   Store chickpeas in an airtight container or jar for up to 5 days.

8. Bon appetit!