Having leftover chickpeas is great because they can be roasted and are fantastic to snack on and perfect to add to any salad. They offer protein and fibre and are simply delicious.
To make these oven roasted chickpeas you will need the following:
1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed then gently pat dry or air dry
some oil, something with a high smoking point would be good
seasonings, which ever you prefer or have on hand
1 baking sheet, lined with parchment paper
Pre heat the oven to 400ºF.
In a medium large bowl toss the chickpeas in some oil. Then add which ever herbs or seasoning you have on hand or like. I did a chili and herb spice blend. You may add salt and pepper to taste however I did not. I would rather give way to the spicy herb flavour than taste it is either too salty or peppery. Again, toss to coat the chickpeas. Place the seasoned chickpeas on the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 15 to 20 minutes or until nicely browned. Checking them half way through the baking time and using oven mitts and holding the pan on either side carefully shake the baking sheet once to roll the chickpeas around; then place them back in the oven for the remainder of the baking time. Once browned remove from the oven and allow to cool. Once cooled enjoy them as they are or on a salad.
This was my lovely salad topped with the chickpeas and some warmed halloumi cheese.
Hope everyone is having a good week so far. The snow has arrived and the feeling of Christmas is in the air. - JD