Spicy Roasted Chickpeas Cumin (Printable)

Crunchy chickpeas roasted with cumin and spices for a flavorful, healthy snack or salad topper.

# What You Need:

→ Chickpeas

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

→ Seasonings

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

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
02 - Pat the rinsed chickpeas thoroughly dry with paper towels and remove any loose skins to ensure maximum crispiness.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine chickpeas with olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper (if desired), garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
04 - Spread the seasoned chickpeas evenly in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
05 - Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring or shaking the pan every 10 minutes, until chickpeas turn golden and crisp.
06 - Allow chickpeas to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They're crispy on the outside and stay crunchy for days, unlike most snacks that go soft after a few hours.
  • Five grams of protein per serving means you're actually fueling yourself, not just reaching for empty calories.
  • The roasting method means zero guilt—just whole chickpeas and spices, nothing fried or processed.
02 -
  • Drying the chickpeas thoroughly is non-negotiable—I once skipped this step thinking it wouldn't matter, and ended up with chewy rather than crispy results.
  • Shaking the pan every 10 minutes prevents one side from scorching while the other stays pale, so set a timer and actually do it.
  • These actually taste better the next day after the seasonings have settled in, so make them ahead if you're bringing them somewhere.
03 -
  • If you like them spicier, add the full quarter teaspoon of cayenne or even a pinch more, tasting as you go—heat builds as they roast.
  • Keep a batch of just-roasted chickpeas in your fridge and you'll find yourself reaching for them instead of less healthy options when hunger hits.

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