Description
Whip up these Ranch Roasted Chickpeas for a zesty, crispy treat that’ll keep your snack cravings in check. Packed with flavor and protein, these little gems make your afternoon munchies totally delicious and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
Seasoning:
- 2 teaspoons ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Finishing:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F, ensuring the rack is positioned in the center for even roasting.
- Drain one 15-oz can of chickpeas and thoroughly pat them completely dry using a clean kitchen towel, removing all excess moisture.
- Transfer the dry chickpeas to a medium mixing bowl and drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over them.
- Sprinkle 2 teaspoons ranch seasoning mix, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper onto the chickpeas.
- Toss the chickpeas gently until every single one is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single, uncrowded layer.
- Roast the chickpeas in the 400°F oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring them halfway through to ensure uniform crispiness.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven when chickpeas are golden brown and crunchy.
- Allow the roasted chickpeas to cool for 5-10 minutes, which helps them become extra crisp.
- Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the top for a bright, herbal garnish before serving.
Notes
- Pat the chickpeas super dry to ensure maximum crunchiness, using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to remove all moisture.
- Spread chickpeas in a single layer on the baking sheet without overcrowding to help them get evenly crispy and golden.
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free ranch seasoning mix or make your own ranch blend with dried herbs and spices.
- Store leftover roasted chickpeas in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain their crisp texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Roasted
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 182 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg