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Spicy, crispy roasted chickpeas on a plate.

Spicy Roasted Chickpeas

Salma Hage
A crunchy snack inspired by Lebanese street food, these spicy roasted chickpeas are tossed with cumin, smoked paprika, coriander, and cayenne, then roasted until golden and crispy.

Equipment

  • medium mixing bowl
  • baking sheet

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp hot smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp light olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Drain chickpeas, then pat dry with paper towel.
  • In bowl, combine chickpeas, cumin, paprika, coriander, cinnamon, cayenne pepper and salt. Drizzle with oil, tossing to coat.
  • Transfer chickpea mixture to baking sheet. Roast until golden and crispy, stirring halfway through cooking time, about 35 minutes.

Notes

Tip: Leftover roasted chickpeas can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
 
Keyword Chickpeas, Plant Based, vegan, vegetarian