Healthy Snack Recipe: Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for spice)
• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional for cheesy flavor)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. After rinsing the chickpeas, pat them dry with a kitchen towel to remove excess moisture, ensuring they get crispy when roasted.
3. In a large bowl, combine the dried chickpeas with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using, tossing until the chickpeas are evenly coated.
4. Spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not crowded for even roasting.
5. Roast the chickpeas in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
6. Once roasted, remove the chickpeas from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before sprinkling with nutritional yeast if desired.
7. Serve the crunchy roasted chickpeas as a healthy snack or use them as a topping for salads and grain bowls.