Chickpea Crunchies Recipe 🥙
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 1 1/4 cups
Description:
These Chickpea Crunchies are an absolute delight, perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying snack. Inspired by a neighbor’s recipe, these crunchy chickpeas are a favorite among kids and adults alike. They are packed with flavor and nutrition, making them an ideal choice for anyone looking for a healthy and tasty treat.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups chickpeas
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 465.5
- Fat: 4.8g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 2080.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 88.4g
- Fiber: 17.6g
- Sugar: 0.1g
- Protein: 19.4g
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures that your oven is nice and hot for baking the chickpeas to perfection.
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Prepare Chickpeas: Rinse the chickpeas thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. This helps remove any excess moisture and ensures crispiness during baking.
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Seasoning: In a mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas with salt, fresh ground black pepper, ground cumin, ground coriander, and cayenne pepper. Toss well to coat the chickpeas evenly with the flavorful spices.
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Spread on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned chickpeas on a nonstick baking sheet in a single layer. This allows for even baking and ensures that each chickpea becomes perfectly crispy.
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Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the chickpeas turn golden brown and crisp. Keep an eye on them towards the end to prevent burning.
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Cool and Serve: Once baked to perfection, remove the chickpeas from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these delicious Chickpea Crunchies as a nutritious snack or as a crunchy topping for salads and soups.
These Chickpea Crunchies are not only incredibly flavorful but also loaded with nutrients, making them a guilt-free snack option for any time of the day. Whether you’re serving them as an appetizer at a party or munching on them during movie night, these crunchy chickpeas are sure to be a hit!
