Roasted Garbanzo Beans
A healthy snack that's full of protein and fiber.
Garbanzo beans (chick peas) are roasted with a spicy seasoning mix for a heart-healthy, cholesterol-free snack.
If you love salty, crunchy snacks, but want to get some good nutritional value instead of empty calories, these roasted chickpeas are the ticket.
When slow roasted, chickpeas take on a crunch, similar to soy nuts, yet they are just packed with fiber, protein and vitamins.
Roasted Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas)
- 2 15 oz. cans garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed well
- 1 Tbsp. chili seasoning
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- sea salt or kosher salt to taste
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Toss chick peas with chili seasoning and olive oil. Spread out in a single layer on a nonstick jelly roll pan. Place on the center rack of the oven and roast 40-50 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes or so.
The chickpeas are done when they are browned and taste crispy. If they're still soft in the center, continue roasting in 5-minute increments until done. Sprinkle with sea salt and serve immediately. Roasted garbanzo beans do not keep well, even in an air-tight container.
Serves 6-8.
Per serving (based on 6): 208 calories, 6 g fat (1 g saturated), 0 mg cholesterol, 32 g carbohydrate, 6 g fiber, 7 g protein, 3% Vitamin A, 9% Vitamin C, 5% calcium, 11% iron
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