Ingredients:

  • 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed (about 800g total)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (5g)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder (5g)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (5g)
  • ½ teaspoon of smoked paprika (5g) for mild heat or
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder (5g) for medium heat or
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Drain and rinse the chickpeas and pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
  3. In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and chosen cayenne substitute.
  4. Add the chickpeas and toss until evenly coated.
  5. Pour the chickpeas onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spread them out in a single layer.
  6. Roast in the oven for 20-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Remove from oven, salt to taste, and let cool slightly before serving.