Smoky Spiced Roasted Chickpeas

Ingredients (for 2 servings)

• 1 whole — • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 whole — • 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 whole — • 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 whole — • ½ tsp garlic powder
• 1 whole — • ½ tsp ground cumin
• 1 whole — • ¼ tsp sea salt
• 1 whole — • Optional pinch cayenne pepper
• 1 whole — Instructions
• 1 whole — Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
• 1 whole — Dry chickpeas thoroughly.
• 1 whole — Toss with oil and spices.
• 1 whole — Spread on a lined baking sheet.
• 1 whole — Roast 30–40 minutes, shaking halfway, until crisp.
• 1 whole — Cool before serving; store up to 3 days.
• 1 whole — Health Tip
• 1 whole — *Chickpeas offer plant protein and fiber for blood sugar and gut health. Roasting with spices like cumin and paprika provides flavor and some great polyphenols that improve metabolic health.