Crispy Baked Chickpeas Snack (Print Version)

Crunchy chickpeas baked with savory seasonings, ideal for snacking or garnishing salads.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Classic Sea Salt Seasoning

03 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Smoky Paprika Seasoning

04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

→ Spicy Chili Lime Seasoning

08 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
09 - Zest of 1 lime
10 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
11 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

# How To:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Pat chickpeas thoroughly dry with a clean kitchen towel to maximize crispiness.
03 - Spread chickpeas on the prepared baking sheet and toss with olive oil until evenly coated.
04 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until chickpeas are golden and crispy.
05 - Remove from oven. While still warm, select and apply one seasoning variation: sprinkle Classic Sea Salt and toss, or combine and toss Smoky Paprika blend, or mix and toss Spicy Chili Lime blend with chickpeas.
06 - Return seasoned chickpeas to oven for an additional 5 minutes for enhanced crunch, if desired.
07 - Cool completely at room temperature before transferring to an airtight container for storage.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Incredibly crunchy and addictively delicious with customizable flavors
  • Packed with plant-based protein and fiber to keep you satisfied
  • Naturally vegan and gluten-free, perfect for various dietary needs
  • Simple pantry ingredients transform into a gourmet snack in under an hour
  • Versatile for snacking, topping salads, soups, or grain bowls
02 -
  • Remove any loose chickpea skins before baking—they can burn and taste bitter
  • Shake the pan vigorously halfway through baking to ensure even crisping on all sides
  • Season immediately after the first bake while chickpeas are hot so spices stick better
  • Store completely cooled chickpeas in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days
  • Make large batches on meal prep day to have healthy snacks ready all week
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