How to Make Indian-Spiced Roasted Chickpeas - A Step-by-Step Guide

Crunchy, spicy, and incredibly addictive, Indian-Spiced Roasted Chickpeas are the perfect healthy snack or appetizer for any occasion. This recipe combines the earthy flavors of cumin, coriander, and turmeric with the heat of cayenne pepper and the subtle sweetness of cinnamon to create a mouthwatering and satisfying snack that's as easy to make as it is delicious.

Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are a staple in Indian cuisine and are loaded with protein, fiber, and essential...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 1 1/2 cups

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Stir together chickpeas, lemon juice, olive oil, brown sugar, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, garam masala, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt in a mixing bowl. Spread chickpea mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until chickpeas are dark brown in spots, crisp, and have shrunk quite a bit, 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through the cooking time. Cool to room temperature before serving.
  • Nutrition

    215 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 653mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 55mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 237mg