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Medical Reviewers confirm the content is thorough and accurate, reflecting the latest evidence-based research. Content is reviewed before publication and upon substantial updates. Learn more. by Kristy Del Coro, MS, RDN, CDN Medically reviewed by Kristy Del Coro, MS, RDN, CDN Kristy is a licensed registered dietitian nutritionist and trained culinary professional. She has worked in a variety of settings, including MSKCC and Rouge Tomate. Learn about our Medical Review Board Print Stephanie Clarke, MS, RD & Willow Jarosh, MS, RD (63 ratings) Total Time: 45 min Prep Time: 5 min Cook Time: 40 min Servings: 3 (1/4 cup each) Nutrition Highlights per serving 175 calories 8g fat 21g carbs 7g protein Show Nutrition Label Hide Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings: 3 (1/4 cup each) Amount per serving Calories 175 % Daily Value* Total Fat 8g 10% Saturated Fat 1g 5% Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 385mg 17% Total Carbohydrate 21g 8% Dietary Fiber 7g 25% Total Sugars 4g Includes 0g Added Sugars 0% Protein 7g Vitamin D 0mcg 0% Calcium 70mg 5% Iron 3mg 17% Potassium 257mg 5% *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice. Chickpeas have the perfect balance of protein and high-fiber carbohydrate to keep blood sugar levels stable, which also helps keep inflammation at bay. This crunchy, savory snack stays lower in sodium by using spices that deliver antioxidant-packed flavor, so less salt is needed. Plus, the crunch is so satisfying! Ingredients 1 15-ounce can chickpeas 3 tsp olive oil 1 tsp lime juice 2 tsp cumin powder 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp paprika 1/4 tsp salt Preparation Pre-heat oven to 400F. Rinse and drain chickpeas and blot with a paper towel to remove all excess moisture. Don’t skip this step or your chickpeas won’t get as crunchy. Toss chickpeas with half the olive oil and place on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake at 400F for 25 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely on the baking sheet. Turn oven down to 350F. Stir together remaining oil, lime juice, cumin, garlic, paprika, and salt until it forms a paste. Toss mixture with cooled chickpeas and use your hands to ensure all chickpeas are coated. Spread chickpeas evenly onto the same foil-lined baking sheet and bake at 350F for 15 minutes, checking on them every 5 minutes to make sure they’re not burning. Allow chickpeas to cool completely before serving. Variations and Substitutions Try tossing the roasted chickpeas with lime zest to add even more lime flavor, plus a tad bit more fiber. Try toasted sesame oil instead of olive oil to change the flavor. The switch won't significantly affect the nutrition profile, as most oils have roughly the same amount of calories and fat per serving. Sesame oil and olive oil contain healthy mono- and poly-unsaturated fats, which can help reduce inflammation. If you're short on time, substitute chili powder and salt for the spices. The sodium count will be higher in this case. Craving a cheesy snack? Replace the cumin with 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, which adds 2 grams of protein, plus calcium, for only 20 additional calories. Cooking and Serving Tips The better you blot the chickpeas, the crispier they get. Also, be sure to cool the chickpeas completely between roasting cycles to ensure they get crispy rather than mushy.When the chickpeas are done, they should feel lighter and be very crunchy but not burned.Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days though they're best eaten right away.Divide into individual servings and store in zip-top snack bags for a convenient anti-inflammatory snack on the go or at work. Rate this Recipe You've already rated this recipe. Thanks for your rating! 3 Sources Verywell Fit uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read our editorial process to learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy. Wallace TC, Murray R, Zelman KM. The Nutritional Value and Health Benefits of Chickpeas and Hummus. Nutrients. 2016;8(12). doi:10.3390/nu8120766 Namayandeh SM, Kaseb F, Lesan S. Olive and sesame oil effect on lipid profile in hypercholesterolemic patients, which better?. Int J Prev Med. 2013;4(9):1059-62. PMID:24130948 FoodData Central. Cheese, parmesan, grated. U.S. Department of Agriculture. By Stephanie Clarke, MS, RD & Willow Jarosh, MS, RD Stephanie Clarke and Willow Jarosh are both registered dietitian-nutritionists with master's degrees in nutrition communications. See Our Editorial Process Meet Our Review Board Share Feedback Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! What is your feedback? 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