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Zesty Lemon & Herb Roasted Chickpeas

Name: Zesty Lemon & Herb Roasted Chickpeas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 54 min
Total time: 1 h 4 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 cans chickpeas; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp dried oregano; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp lemon zest; 0.5 tsp sea salt Grat; 0.25 tsp black pepper

Marissa's Mediterranean

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Ditch the potato chips for these ultra-crunchy, protein-packed chickpeas tossed in a zesty lemon and herb blend.

VeganGluten-FreeHigh-FiberHeart-Healthy

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Prep

1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the drained chickpeas onto a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and pat them until they are completely dry. Remove any loose skins that fall off.
10 min
The drier the chickpeas, the crunchier the snack! Don't skip this.

Cook

2
Transfer the dry chickpeas to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and toss until every chickpea is shimmering and well-coated.
2 min
Make sure they are in a single layer with plenty of space between them.
3
Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes, shaking the pan every 10 minutes to ensure they brown evenly. They should be golden and feel light/hollow when tapped.
35 min
Keep a close eye during the last 5 minutes so they don't burn!
4
While the chickpeas are hot from the oven, immediately sprinkle them with the dried oregano, garlic powder, lemon zest, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss well to combine.
2 min
Adding spices while they are hot helps the flavors stick better.
5
Let the chickpeas cool completely on the baking sheet before eating. This helps them crisp up even further.
15 min
If you store them while warm, they will turn soggy from the steam.

Chef's Notes

These are the ultimate crunchy snack for when you're craving something salty but want to stay on the healthy track. The trick is to dry the chickpeas thoroughly before roasting—moisture is the enemy of crunch! If you have leftovers (unlikely!), they stay crunchy for about two days in an airtight container. Great for school lunches or a protein-packed afternoon pick-me-up.

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Zesty Lemon & Herb Roasted Chickpeas

Zesty Lemon & Herb Roasted Chickpeas

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