High-Protein Ranch Roasted Chickpeas are very crunchy. These roasted chickpeas have avocado oil, chickpeas, chives, tarragon, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, onion powder, dill, and chives. These simple herbs and spices will surely be in the kitchen. These are very flavorful, and you can top them on the salad or grain bowls. High-Protein Ranch Roasted Chickpeas are prepared in just 45 minutes, perfect for satisfying cravings quickly. Serve these chickpeas with green salad, hummus, or tomato soup. These chickpeas stores nicely for 4 days, but don’t freeze them as they lose their crunch.
STATS:
- Caloric content: 185 kcal
- Prep duration: Ten minutes
- Cooking duration: 35 minutes
- Overall duration: Fort-five minutes
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Cuisine: American
- Course: Snack
- Diet: Vegetarian
- Servings: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Colander
- Spatula
- Clean kitchen towel Â
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Measuring spoons
- Parchment paper
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 can of no-salt-added chickpeas
- One tsp. dried dill
- 1 & ½ tbsp. avocado oil
- One tsp. dried chives
- 1 tsp. dried tarragon Â
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- ½ tsp. onion powder
- ¼ tsp. salt
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CHICKPEAS:
- Use salt-free chickpeas to provide the vegan protein and fiber content in the dish. They will make the snack filling and delicious as well. You can have better control of the salt with them. Dry the chickpeas properly so they crisp well.
AVOCADO OIL:
- Avocado oil is used to stick the seasoning on the chickpeas and to make them crisp. They have a high smoke point, so it is good for oven cooking. You can also utilize olive oil if required.
DRIED HERBS:
- Add the chives, dill, tarragon, or parsley to these chickpeas. Chives will provide a light taste like onions, and dill will add the tangy herb taste similar to ranch dressing. Tarragon will boost the flavor of herbs. They will make this snack fresh and delicious. Â
GARLIC & ONION POWDER:
- Use them to add the savory taste and light sweet flavor in these roasted chickpeas. They will mix easily in them without adding the moisture content. It is not good to use the fresh ones for these roasted chickpeas.
SALT & BLACK PEPPER:
- Use black pepper and salt to make them. Black pepper will add a light spice, and salt will boost the taste of these chickpeas. They will balance the rich taste of the herbs and oil.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, pre-warm the oven at 400° F & add the baking sheet on tray.
- Now strain all extra water from the chickpeas and rinse them dry well with a kitchen towel.
- Add the chickpeas to the vessel and mix the olive oil into them.
- Include the dried herbs and seasonings in the vessel and mix properly to coat the chickpeas well.
- Now, include the chickpeas in the tray in one layer.
- Now bake for 30 to 35 minutes till brown and crisp & mix them in between the cooking.
- Cool the chickpeas for ten minutes, then serve them so they get crisp.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FRESH & LIGHT:
- Green salad
- Cucumber salad
- Tomato salsa
- Coleslaw
DIPS & SPREAD:
- Hummus
- Greek yogurt dip
- Guacamole
- Tzatziki
MAIN:
- Grilled chicken
- Veggie wraps
- Rice bowls
- Quinoa bowls
SOUPS:
- Tomato soup
- Vegetable soup
- Lentil soup
- Pumpkin soup
SNACKS:
- Cheese platter
- Whole-grain crackers
- Fresh fruit
- Mixed nuts
TIPS:
- Dry the chickpeas properly, then season them so they will get nice and crisp.
- You can take out any loose skin from the chickpeas.
- Cool the roasted chickpeas well, then store them so they roast well.
- Alter the quantity of spices as you like.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Add the chickpeas to the vessel and store for 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Don’t freeze them, as these roasted chickpeas will not remain crisp.
FAQs:
Why do my chickpeas not get crisp nicely??
- You might not dry these chickpeas well, so they don’t get nicely crisp.
How can I air fry them?
- You can air fry them at 199°C for 12 to 15 minutes and shake the basket between times.
How to keep my chickpeas crunchy?
- You can cool them well before adding them to the jar, and don’t seal them if they are warm.
Will I prepare the spicier chickpeas? Â
- Use the cayenne pepper or paprika to make them more flavorful and spicier.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 185 kcal
Net Carbs: 18 g
Serving Size: ½ cup
Total Carbs: 24 g
Fiber: 6 g
Protein: 7 g
Fat: 7 g
Sodium: 155 mg
Potassium: 240 mg
Calcium: 35 mg
Servings: 4
Iron: 1.8 mg
Vitamin A: 0.02 mg
