Name: Roasted Healthy Chickpeas Snack
Prep time: 420 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 445 min
Ingredients: 1 cup Chickpeas (kabuli chana); 1 tsp Oil; Pepper (or salt salt and taste)

Roasted Healthy Chickpeas Snack

7 hours 25 minutes

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4.50 from 4 votes

Homestyle Cooking Indian

About Roasted Healthy Chickpeas Snack

Enjoy a guilt-free treat with this Roasted Healthy Chickpeas Snack—packed with protein and bursting with flavor. These crunchy bites are not only tasty but also make for a satisfying and nourishing snack option.

Seasoned simply with oil and pepper, this homestyle Indian recipe transforms humble chickpeas into an irresistible snack. Perfect for munching between meals or sharing at gatherings, these roasted chickpeas deliver both nutrition and deliciousness in every bite.

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Recipe Time & More

Prep7

Cook25

Total7 25

Calories154 kcal

Serves

Served AsSnacks

Recipe TasteSalty Spicy

Ingredients

▢ 1 cup Chickpeas kabuli chana
▢ 1 tsp Oil
▢ Pepper or salt salt and taste

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Instructions

Wash and soak chickpeas overnight and in the morning, drain all the water.
Remove from microwave and spread on paper towel to dry. Transfer chickpeas to a baking tray, stir in oil and mix well.
Put them in a microwaveable bowl and microwave on high for 5 minutes.
Bake for 10mins at 180 deg. Repeat this for another 10 mins or until the chickpeas are golden brown and crisp. It is important to check often in between else it can get burnt very quickly.
Remove from oven and season with salt, pepper/chaat masala/redchilly powder. Let it cool. Store in an airtight container. Kids can enjoy this healthy protein snack!! Yummm!

Recipe Notes

Additional Tips

For extra crispiness, after draining canned chickpeas or boiling dried ones, pat them completely dry with a kitchen towel before tossing with oil and seasoning—removing as much moisture as possible ensures a crunchy texture.
Try tossing the chickpeas with a mix of Indian spices like chaat masala, cumin powder, or amchur (dried mango powder) after roasting for a tangy, authentic flavor boost.
Store roasted chickpeas in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week; if they start to lose their crunch, re-toast them in the oven for 5-7 minutes to revive their texture.
For a unique variation, sprinkle freshly chopped curry leaves or finely grated lemon zest over the hot chickpeas right after roasting for an aromatic and zesty finish.