Roasted Chickpeas – A Fantastic Alternative to Chips

Roasted chickpeas taste amazing and are a great alternative to traditional chips or popcorn. Rich in plant-based protein, 100% gluten-free, and with a delightful texture, chickpeas are perfect for experimenting in various exciting dishes. You can enjoy roasted chickpeas as a snack on their own, or use them as a crunchy addition to salads or soups instead of croutons. There are also many seasoning options—experiment and find your favorite combo!

Servings: Two to three
Preparation time: 20 minutes (if using canned or pre-cooked chickpeas).
Difficulty: Easy

You will need:

• 480g chickpeas (cooked or canned)
• 1 tbsp olive oil (optional)
• Sea salt or Himalayan salt, to taste
• Chili flakes (optional)
• Onion powder (optional)
• Paprika powder(optional)
• Baking paper
• Oven plate

How to make roasted chickpeas?

1. Line a baking tray with baking paper and preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Prepare the chickpeas. If using canned chickpeas, rinse them under running water before use. If cooking dried chickpeas, soak them in water for 12 hours and then cook for 20-30 minutes before roasting.
3. Once the chickpeas are rinsed or cooked, spread them on the baking tray lined with baking paper, add a tablespoon of olive oil (if using), and seasonings. Toss to ensure the chickpeas are evenly coated with the seasonings.
4. Roast the chickpeas in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for 15-20 minutes.

Enjoy immediately!

What else can you make with chickpeas?

• Create a quick and refreshing summer qinoa salad with chickpeas.
• Make a 100% plant-based “tuna” salad with chickpeas.
• Chickpeas are also well-known as a key ingredient in hummus. Check out the recipe for roasted pumpkin hummus.

Explore more 100% plant-based recipes in our online cookbook.