Spicy Chickpeas

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⏱ 30 mins 🍽 Serves 4 🌶 indian ✅ Easy 🏷 Snack

This Indian snack offers a lighter, spiced alternative to traditional nuts. Chickpeas are tossed with chilli powder and oil, then roasted until crisp. The result is a flavourful, low-fat treat perfect for sharing. It's a straightforward recipe that yields a satisfying, crunchy nibble in just half an hour. Ideal for casual gatherings or a simple homemade snack.

Spicy Chickpeas

Ingredients

  • 400g can chickpea drained and dried
  • 1 tsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp chilli powder

Method

  1. 1. Combine the drained chickpeas with the vegetable oil and chilli powder in a bowl, mixing thoroughly to coat them evenly. 2. Place the coated chickpeas onto a baking sheet, spreading them out in a single layer, and roast for 25 mins. 3. Take the baking sheet from the oven and let the chickpeas cool completely. 4. Finish by scattering a little sea salt over the cooled chickpeas prior to serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories80 kcal
Fat2 g
Carbs10 g
Fibre3 g
Protein4 g
Sodium164 mg

Recipe details

Skill levelEasy
CategorySnack
Cuisineindian
DietGluten-free