Spicy Roasted Chickpeas with Cumin (Printable Version)

Enjoy crispy, golden chickpeas seasoned with smoky cumin and spicy chili.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chickpeas

01 - 1 can (15 oz) cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed

→ Seasoning

02 - 1½ tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp ground cumin
04 - 1 tsp chili powder
05 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
06 - ½ tsp garlic powder
07 - ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
08 - ½ tsp sea salt

→ Garnish (Optional)

09 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
10 - Freshly squeezed lime juice

# Directions:

01 - Heat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Pat chickpeas dry thoroughly with a clean towel to remove excess moisture for optimal crispiness.
03 - Combine chickpeas with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper if desired, and sea salt until evenly coated.
04 - Spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on the prepared sheet.
05 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring or shaking the pan halfway through, until golden, crisp, and aromatic.
06 - Remove from oven and allow chickpeas to cool for 10 minutes to enhance crunchiness.
07 - Optionally toss with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're crispy and addictive without any guilt—pure protein and fiber, nothing processed.
  • The spice blend is forgiving enough for beginners but sophisticated enough to make you feel like you know what you're doing.
  • Five minutes of prep means you can have a batch ready whenever hunger strikes.
02 -
  • Moisture is the enemy of crispiness—don't rush the drying step, or you'll end up with something closer to roasted chickpeas than the crispy snack you're after.
  • Every oven behaves differently, so start checking around the 25-minute mark to avoid burning, especially if your oven runs hot.
03 -
  • Line your baking sheet with parchment paper before roasting so cleanup is effortless and nothing burns to the bottom.
  • Shake the pan or stir halfway through roasting to ensure even cooking and prevent any chickpeas from scorching in the corners.

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