Thursday, May 12, 2011

Today's Recipe - Spicy Chickpeas

Chickpeas are a great source of fiber, protein and magnesium and good source of iron.  Sometimes bland on their own or thrown in a salad, its amazing was roasting and a little spice can do! 

Spicy Chickpeas (milk-free, egg-free, wheat-free, peanut-free, soy-free, nut-free)

1 (19oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed well
1 Tbsp olive oil
2 tsp. chili powder
1 1/2 tsp. gound cumin
1 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp. salt
ground black pepper to taste

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and set aside.

4. In a bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well to coat the chickpeas.

5. Spread peas onto the baking sheet.

6. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the chickpeas are golden and crisp.

Don't have time to roast your own? Try these instead  http://www.thegoodbean.com/, different flavors available!

2 comments:

  1. There was recently a sweet version of this recipe posted on Weeliscious:

    http://weelicious.com/2011/05/10/roasted-honey-cinnamon-chickpeas/

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  2. Did you try them? Actually sounds really good.

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