Spiced Chickpea "Nuts"

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When roasted in a hot oven, chickpeas become super crunchy. They're a great low-fat substitute for nuts when salty cravings hit.

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Carolyn Malcoun
Carolyn Malcoun
Carolyn Malcoun

As EatingWell's Associate Editorial Director, Carolyn Malcoun searches for cool farmers, chefs and other food stories to tell. She has a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Wisconsin and a culinary arts degree from New England Culinary Institute. She started at EatingWell as an intern in the Test Kitchen in 2005 and joined the editorial team soon after.

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Nutrition Profile:
Dairy-Free High-Fiber Vegan Vegetarian Gluten-Free Low-Calorie
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Ingredients

  • 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon dried marjoram

  • ¼ teaspoon ground allspice

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Position rack in upper third of oven; preheat to 450 degrees F.

  2. Blot chickpeas dry and toss in a bowl with oil, cumin, marjoram, allspice and salt. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake, stirring once or twice, until browned and crunchy, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool on the baking sheet for 15 minutes.

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Tips

Make Ahead Tip: Cover and store at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Cut Down on Dishes: A rimmed baking sheet is great for everything from roasting to catching accidental drips and spills. For effortless cleanup and to keep your baking sheets in tip-top shape, line them with a layer of foil before each use.

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, September/October 2009

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

131 Calories
5g Fat
19g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1/4 cup
Calories 131
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 19g 7%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Protein 4g 8%
Total Fat 5g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 3%
Vitamin A 33IU 1%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Folate 54mcg 14%
Sodium 303mg 13%
Calcium 36mg 3%
Iron 2mg 8%
Magnesium 24mg 6%
Potassium 140mg 3%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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