Spicy Roasted Chickpeas Cumin (Printable Version)
Crunchy spiced chickpeas roasted with cumin and chili for a flavorful vegan snack or topping.
# What You Need:
→ Chickpeas
01 - 2 cups cooked chickpeas (approximately 1 can, 14 oz drained weight)
→ Spices & Seasonings
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 ½ tsp ground cumin
04 - 1 tsp chili powder
05 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
06 - ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
07 - ¾ tsp fine sea salt
08 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish (optional)
09 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
10 - Lime wedges
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Pat chickpeas thoroughly dry with a clean kitchen towel and remove any loose skins to enhance crispiness.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpeas with olive oil, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper if using, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
04 - Spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until the chickpeas are golden and crisp.
06 - Allow roasted chickpeas to cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally garnished with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The contrast of crispy outside and tender inside happens in under 30 minutes with zero fuss.
- One bowl, one pan, and seasonings you probably already have stashed in your cabinet.
- It's the rare snack that tastes decadent but actually makes your body feel lighter afterward.
02 -
- The difference between crispy and chewy is that initial drying step—skip it and you'll end up with soft chickpeas that never really transform.
- Shaking the pan halfway through isn't optional, it's the secret to even roasting and prevents any from burning on one side.
03 -
- Don't crowd the baking sheet—chickpeas need room to spread out and roast rather than steam, so use two sheets if you're doubling the recipe.
- Taste one when they first come out, and adjust your spice blend next time based on what your palate actually wants, not what the recipe suggests.