Garlic Herb Roasted Chickpeas

These roasted chickpeas are a crunchy, flavorful snack that's perfect for satisfying your cravings. They're made with just a few simple ingredients, and they're easy to make. Simply toss the chickpeas with some olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper, and then roast them in the oven until they're crispy and golden brown. Let them cool slightly before serving, and enjoy!

Roasted chickpeas are a relatively new snack food, but they've quickly become a favorite of healthy eaters everywhere. They're a good source of protein, fiber, and iron, and they're also low in calories and fat. Plus, they're incredibly versatile. You can eat them plain, or you can add them to salads, soups, and stews. You can even use them as a crunchy topping for yogurt or oatmeal.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Pat chickpeas dry with a paper towel.
4. In a medium bowl, combine chickpeas, olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
5. Spread chickpeas in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Roast for 15-20 minutes, or until chickpeas are crispy and golden brown.
7. Let cool slightly before serving.

Why It Works

• The combination of olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper gives these chickpeas a delicious flavor.
• Roasting the chickpeas in the oven makes them crispy and golden brown.
• Letting the chickpeas cool slightly before serving allows them to develop a more intense flavor.