Crispy Roasted Chickpeas are made with canned chickpeas tossed in olive oil with seasonings and baked to crispy perfection. Meal prep this roasted chickpeas recipe for vegan snacks and crispy salad toppings. Kids adore them too!
Crispy Roasted Chickpeas
Roasted chickpeas are one of my favorite snacks and salad toppings.
They're crispy, light, nutritious, and so easy to make!
You can make the classic style with a little olive oil and salt, or make my herb roasted chickpeas recipe by adding a few dried seasonings for a zesty flavor.
Whichever way you prefer, roasting chickpeas is the epitome of taking healthy snacks into your own hands.
Chickpeas are so nutritious!
1/2 cup of canned, reduced-sodium, chickpeas (garbanzos) gets you 5 grams of dietary fiber and 5 grams of protein.
I've seen some cans have as much as 6 grams of fiber and protein per 1/2 cup. That's awesome!
I love numbers like that with super versatile ingredients like chickpeas.
You really can't go wrong to always have multiple cans at the ready...and I do!
How to make crispy roasted chickpeas:
Step 1: Preheat oven to 375° and drain a can of chickpeas (garbanzo beans) into a colander or strainer.
Step 2: Towel dry the chickpeas to remove all surface moisture (use a paper towel or flour sack towel).
Step 3: Toss chickpeas in extra virgin olive oil and dried seasonings; place in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Step 4: Bake chickpeas 30-45 minutes until crispy, tossing by shaking the pan at the halfway point.
* See the full recipe below
You'll be so happy to serve these to your family knowing they're not made in a factory with too much salt, or refined sugar, or MSG, etc.
You make them and you control the ingredients = you win!
How to use crispy chickpeas
This low-fat, nutritious snack can be used in so many ways!
- pack into lunches (kids love them too!)
- toss into green salads
- add to a Buddha bowl
- enjoy as a healthy snack on the go
How to store baked chickpeas and how long do they last?
When baked to maximum crispiness with all moisture removed, I store roasted chickpeas in a mason jar at room temperature up to 1 week.
I do not recommend refrigerating or freezing roasted chickpeas because they won't stay crispy.
Crispy Roasted Chickpeas Recipe Ingredients
- reduced sodium chickpeas
- extra virgin olive oil
- dried dill
- dried garlic
- Kosher salt
Tools needed to bake chickpeas
- mesh strainer (to drain the chickpeas)
- paper towels or flour sack towel (to dry the chickpeas)
- baking sheet (to roast chickpeas)
- oven mitts
More chickpeas recipes
My In-A-Hurry Kale Chickpea Soup is practically as easy as these roasted chickpeas, only it’s a meal.
Also, my Lemony Kale Chickpea Avocado Salad is, by far, one of my crazy-popular recipes to date!
And lastly, my Vegan Thai Coconut Vegetable Curry is another popular recipe that uses one pot and a boatload of veggies.
Crispy Roasted Chickpeas
Ingredients
- 1 15.5 oz can Chickpeas drained
- 2 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1/2 tsp Dried Dill
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- Pinch Kosher Salt
Recipe Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°.
To prep chickpeas
- Drain, rinse, and towel-dry the CHICKPEAS until there is no moisture on their surface.
- In a bowl, gently toss together CHICKPEAS, OLIVE OIL, DILL WEED, GARLIC POWDER, and KOSHER SALT; spread the chickpeas in single layer on a baking sheet.
To roast chickpeas
- Bake for 30-45 minutes until crispy and fully dried, shaking the pan to turn them at the halfway point (or more if desired).
- Carefully remove from oven and allow to cool.
- Serve on salads, buddha bowls, or enjoy as a healthy snack.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature; enjoy up to 1 week. Do not refrigerate or freeze (they won't stay crispy).
Nutrition
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I just saw your instant pot chickpea recipe. Can you use those rather than canned?
Theoretically, yes, but if the Instant Pot-cooked chickpeas are cooked suuuper soft, you might have a hard time getting them to crisp in the oven. I need to do some testing though too. Please let me know if you try it! 🙂
Nice variation for chick peas! The dill is a nice touch! My usual method that is a combination steamed/stir fried prep.
Hey thanks, Adam! I stir fry mine too sometimes, and I LOVE them 🙂 But, for the roasted chickpeas, that dill is everything lol. Thanks again!
I think your calorie count is a bit off. I looked it up and found that 1/2 cup of chickpeas is 143 calories. Then add in the olive oil. I would love to try your recipe but am unsure that the calories are worth it.
Hiya Ellie, yes my nutrition calculator was acting wonky when I initially added it to the recipe, but it's all sorted out now. Please note, I'm using 1/4 cup servings for the roasted chickpeas recipe. Let me know if you have any questions 🙂
Oh I am with you - the first time I roasted chickpeas I was completely underwhelmed. Now though - I am totally hooked. Loving this herby version, so yummy!
Thanks Donna! So glad you had the same experience! 🙂
I'd love to have a handful of those chickpeas right now!! They look so good and I never imagined that canned chickpeas would get crunchy! I have a can of them in the pantry -- I think I should roast them!!
Thanks so much Marisa! Hope you love them!!
These are one of my favorite snacks!! I usually make them with curry though so I love that these have dill!! What a great idea.
Thanks Tracy! I must try your curried version...yummm!! 🙂
I love roasted chickpeas. They are such a healthy snack. I always forget about them though. Thanks for the reminder. And, I'm looking forward to trying them with your spice blend.
Thanks Stef! Funny enough, I forget about them too LOL, until I remember how much I love this spice blend. Hope you get to try them sometime 🙂
I am so glad you decided to try chickpeas again! This is a delicious snack that is full of flavor and so much better for everyone! I love the flavors. I am always looking for snacks that are healthy. These look delicious!
Thanks so much Eileen! Love hearing your perspective. Now I wish I had a scoop of them 🙂
It's been a long while since I've made roasted chick peas and I love the seasonings you've added to yours. It's such a great, easy, healthy snack, I think I should be making this in batches to have on hand whenever the urge strikes. Definitely going to try this with the garlic powder and dill! Those are great additions.
Thanks so much Lisa! I've been loving the garlic dill combo since my college days. Hope you get to try it out sometime 🙂
I felt the same way the first time I tried roasted chickpeas. Now I know that I didn't roast them long enough. Now I'm totally OBSESSED! I really like the flavors you've got going on here.
Thanks Kirsten! It's all about the flavor...and the crunch 🙂
OMG....these are right up my alley. I love salty/crunchy snacks, but I am trying to eat more healthy food. These will satisfy both those needs. Can't wait to try them.
Thanks Debra! Yep, it might just become your new favorite, healthy snack! Hope you try it and love it like I do 🙂
I haven't tried any roasted chickpeas but they look amazing. I love crunch, salty snacks. Going to have to try this, thanks for sharing this:)
Thanks Tina! If you love crunchy snacks, this one's for you! Hope you try it out 🙂
These look fantastic. I love working with chickpeas. Nutritious, delicious and a budget-friendly meat alternative. I have not roasted them before. Sounds like a plan for the weekend.
Thanks Gloria! That's music to my ears 🙂
We love trying new flavors on roasted chickpeas. These look very intriguing. I am sure they will be delicious. will be trying soon.
Thanks Prajakta...hope you love them! 🙂
We love making roasted chickpeas. So many different flavour combos and a great snack!
Thanks Danielle! Yep, very versatile 🙂
crunchy roasted chickpeas made the best snack ever! these look great!
Thanks Georgie...I'm right there with you 🙂
Oh, how I wish I had a handful of these right now! They look so healthy and delicious!
Thanks Kelly! Love hearing it!
These roasted chickpeas look so amazing! I love finding healthy snacks to try! Pinned!
Thanks Shanika, I'm right there with you 🙂
I never thought of combining dill with chickpeas, but it's a wonderful combination!
Thanks Alyssa...it's one of my fav flavor combos 🙂
Yum! What an delicious idea. These chickpeas sound like the perfect healthy afternoon snacks. Love how easy they are to make.
Thanks Ali! Love hearing that...and they ARE super easy! 🙂
I love roasted chickpeas - they make the perfect snack when you are craving something savoury.
Thanks Danielle...I totally agree!
My kinda snack!
Thanks Suzy 🙂
I love roasted chickpeas! Your recipe is perfect. I love how easy it is and that you used dill and garlic. So delicious together! I can't wait to make your recipe!
Thanks so much Elain! Love hearing this...you're as excited as I am 🙂
I'm so happy to find a site with healthy recipes! These look fabulous .... the perfect snack and flexible to try with different flavourings. Excellent!
Yay Cleo! I love it that you landed here! Thanks for all the love 🙂
I've always wanted to roast chick peas but never have. Why? I don't know but I'm headed in the kitchen right now to make some!
Haha Beth...yes!! I hope you do b/c they're so easy and good for you 🙂
Seriously what a great snack! I love the flavours (garlic & dill) you used to make them taste great!
Awww thanks so much Kaitie! Love hearing that...yay!
We love snacking on crispy chick peas!
Sammmmme hear, Sandi! Can never keep 'em around long enough either!
Yum. I need some of these like real soon. Love the addition of dill. One of my favorite spices.
Haha thanks Stephanie...can't get these soon enough is how I always feel 🙂 Yep, the dill is always a winner!
Hi Traci!!!
LOVE this snack!
ps. Yes - Trader Joe's sells corn nuts, and they rock. But roasted garbanzos are healthier and easy to make at home 🙂
Michelle, so funny that I haven't noticed corn nuts on the retail shelf in such a long time 🙂 Yeah, the roasted chickpeas ARE so healthy and...omg, I could go crazy on all of the flavor possibilities. Hope you're wonderful, lady...thanks for stopping by! oxo
I bet they would be good with rosemary! 🙂
Oh yes indeed, Paula! In fact, I just saw that on Pinterest. You could use any seasonings really...but if you were to use rosemary, I think I'd crush it into a powder and use very little. Yum!