Author Notes
This is a healthy, protein-packed snack that can be served at any gathering, informal and formal alike. The flavor combinations are endless, but here I present a Cajun-style mix. Feel free to add your own flavor! —anotherfoodieblogger
Test Kitchen Notes
WHO: Anotherfoodieblogger is a self-professed "geeky software business analyst" by day, cook by night.
WHAT: A bright chickpea snack for when you're on the go.
HOW: Toss chickpeas in a medley of spices like paprika and cayenne with Parmesan, olive oil, and lime juice, then bake until golden-brown.
WHY WE LOVE IT: Bright and flavorful, these chickpeas make for the perfect work snack that can be made the night before (or morning-of—they're that easy!). Plus, they're the perfect nut-alternative for those with allergies. —The Editors
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Ingredients
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1 tablespoon
olive oil
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1 tablespoon
grated Parmesan cheese
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1/4 teaspoon
sweet Hungarian paprika
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1/4 teaspoon
regular paprika
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1/8 teaspoon
cumin
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1/8 teaspoon
cayenne pepper
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1/8 teaspoon
garlic powder
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1 pinch
onion powder
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1 tablespoon
freshly squeezed lime juice
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Ground black pepper, to taste
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one
15-ounce can chickpeas (also called garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained
Directions
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Preheat oven to 425° F.
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In a medium bowl, mix together all the ingredients except the chickpeas. The mixture will be thick and paste-like. If it seems too thick, drizzle in a little more olive oil.
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Add the chickpeas to the bowl and toss to coat. Spread them in a single layer across a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper, then put it in the oven.
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Cook chickpeas for 20 minutes, then mix them around on the baking sheet. Cook for another 10 to 15 minutes, checking every five minutes to make sure they don't burn.
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When chickpeas are golden brown, remove from oven and let cool. Store leftovers in a zip-top bag, if you can refrain from eating them all in one sitting.
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