Cumin-Spiced Chickpeas

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
52%
Cumin-Spiced Chickpeas
45 min.
1
940kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner with a delightful and nutritious dish? Look no further than our Cumin-Spiced Chickpeas! Perfectly crispy on the outside and bursting with flavor, this vegan and gluten-free recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Made with garbanzo beans and a blend of aromatic cumin and kosher salt, these chickpeas offer a satisfying crunch that will keep you coming back for more.

Whether you're looking for a quick meal or a main course that packs a punch, this dish is not only easy to prepare but incredibly versatile. Enjoy these spiced chickpeas on their own, or incorporate them into a salad, wrap, or grain bowl for an added protein boost. The high protein content makes it an excellent choice for those following a vegetarian or vegan diet without compromising on taste or satisfaction.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe's simplicity doesn't take away from its impressive flavor profile. The golden-brown, crispy texture combined with the warm, earthy notes of cumin will tantalize your taste buds and awaken your love for plant-based cuisine. So don your apron, gather your ingredients, and let’s get cooking! You’ll love serving these delicious Cumin-Spiced Chickpeas as both a meal and a conversation starter at your next gathering!

Ingredients

  • 30 ounce garbanzo beans canned
  • tablespoons ground cumin 
  • tablespoons kosher salt 
  • serving vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Rinse and thoroughly drain garbanzo beans; dry with paper towels.
  2. Combine cumin with kosher salt; set aside.
  3. Heat about 1 inch vegetable oil in a medium saut pan. When hot, carefully add a few garbanzo beans to oil; cook until crisp and dark golden brown.
  4. Remove beans with a slotted spoon, and place on plate lined with paper towels; sprinkle with cumin-and-salt mixture. Repeat with the remaining beans; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories940kcal
Protein18.34%
Fat31.69%
Carbs49.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.33
Glycemic Load
31.49
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
41.700869684634%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:939.69kcal
46.98%
Fat:34.59g
53.22%
Saturated Fat:4.15g
25.92%
Carbohydrates:122.69g
40.9%
Net Carbohydrates:83.38g
30.32%
Sugar:0.41g
0.45%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:16347.47mg
710.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:45.05g
90.1%
Manganese:7.59mg
379.65%
Vitamin B6:4.1mg
205.05%
Fiber:39.31g
157.25%
Iron:22.53mg
125.15%
Phosphorus:770.21mg
77.02%
Magnesium:295.87mg
73.97%
Copper:1.47mg
73.41%
Folate:214.42µg
53.61%
Calcium:473.89mg
47.39%
Zinc:6.77mg
45.12%
Potassium:1549.42mg
44.27%
Selenium:17.98µg
25.69%
Vitamin B1:0.39mg
25.68%
Vitamin K:26.72µg
25.45%
Vitamin B5:2.54mg
25.43%
Vitamin E:1.74mg
11.63%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
10.97%
Vitamin B3:1.93mg
9.65%
Vitamin A:356.17IU
7.12%
Vitamin C:2.24mg
2.71%
Source:My Recipes