Roasted Chickpeas – A Healthy Snack

A healthy and nutritious snack.

Ingredients:

• 2 cans of chickpeas
• 1 tablespoon cumin powder
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 3 tablespoons of olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (about 400°F).
2. Discard the liquid from the cans, wash the chickpeas under running water and drain the water using a colander. Transfer to a bowl.
3. Add the olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt and freshly ground black pepper. Mix the seasonings well until the chickpeas are coated.
4. Transfer the chickpeas to a nonstick baking sheet. Place in the oven and bake for about 40 minutes. Remove from the oven, stir in the lemon zest and serve immediately.

Total Time / Yield:

• About 1 hour / 4 servings

Notes, Tips & Tricks:

• Store in airtight containers.