Roasted Chickpea Snack Mix
5min
25min
1
363
Chef's Note
Make sure to dry the chickpeas thoroughly before roasting - this is the secret to getting them truly crispy! You can customize the spice blend to your preference, but the garlic powder and paprika create a simple, delicious flavor that works well with the protein powder coating.
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Ingredients
1 cup canned chickpeas
2 tablespoons protein powder (unflavored)
1/2 cup rice cereal squares
1/4 cup pretzel sticks
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Drain and rinse 1 cup of canned chickpeas, then pat them completely dry with paper towels.
- 3
In a bowl, toss the chickpeas with 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper until evenly coated.
- 4
Spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- 5
Bake for 20-25 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until the chickpeas are crispy and golden brown.
- 6
While the chickpeas are still warm, sprinkle 2 tablespoons of unflavored protein powder over them and toss gently to coat.
- 7
Allow the chickpeas to cool completely, about 5 minutes.
- 8
In a bowl, combine the cooled chickpeas with 1/2 cup rice cereal squares and 1/4 cup pretzel sticks.
- 9
Store in an airtight container if not eating immediately.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
363
32g
32g
12g
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