Mediterranean Roasted Chickpeas
Crunchy oven-roasted chickpeas seasoned with Mediterranean herbs, smoked paprika, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil. A healthy, protein-packed snack that's perfect any time of day.
Prep Time
10 mins min
Cook Time
35 mins min
Total Time
45 min
Servings
4
Ingredients
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp sea salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Drain, rinse, and thoroughly pat the chickpeas dry using paper towels.
- 3
Remove any loose skins for extra crispiness.
- 4
Place the chickpeas on a baking sheet and toss with olive oil.
- 5
Sprinkle with paprika, garlic powder, oregano, cumin, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne if using.
- 6
Mix well until evenly coated.
- 7
Spread the chickpeas into a single layer.
- 8
Roast for 30–35 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- 9
Allow to cool for 5 minutes to become even crispier.
- 10
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
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