April 22, 2010

Roasted Garbanzo Beans


I've seen many recipe variations for Roasted Garbanzo Beans (aka Chickpeas) and have come to the astute observation that you can roast these bumpy little beans with whatever flavors you like -- be it spicy, smoky or simply with only salt and pepper. 

I saw these today on Beth's blog, Rhubarb and Venison. Beth roasted her chickpeas simply, with only the addition of salt, pepper, and smoked paprika (which is what piqued my interest!), so after way too long of telling myself I was going to make these someday, I decided that today should be the day.

Cumin has become one of my favorite spices lately so I knew I would use some of it and another of my favorites - smoked paprika.


While perusing my spice cabinet, I saw other flavor combinations that might be good on the garbanzo beans. How about garlic and sea salt; or cayenne, cumin and black pepper? I like the sound of red pepper flakes, garlic, and dried parsley! I'd like to try some pre-mixed seasonings I have, too, like the container labeled 'pizza seasoning', or maybe just sprinkle the beans with some Old Bay seasoning. And for a sweet treat, how about using Pumpkin Pie Spice and brown sugar... that sounds good to me! 


These little beans are a delicious snack. I hope you'll give them a try with your favorite seasonings - let your imagination be your guide!  

Roasted Garbanzo Beans
1-15 oz. can garbanzo beans
2 T olive oil
2 tsp cumin
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 black pepper

Preheat oven to 400° F. Rinse and drain beans in a colander. Whisk all dry ingredients. Pour olive oil into a bowl and stir in dry ingredients, mixing well. Add garbanzo beans and toss to coat. Pour beans onto a baking sheet that has been sprayed with non-stick spray. Roast until beans are crispy and golden, about 30 minutes, giving the pan a shake every 10 minutes.

13 comments:

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  2. I've never tried this and must do it! They look delicious and I know they are with that smoked paprika flavor!

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  3. Sounds fantastic with cumin and smoked paprika!

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  4. Karen, I LOVE garbanzo beans and have seen this method but have never tried doing it.

    Your beautiful photo and post (& the cumin and smoked paprika) have convinced me I MUST make them soon... like this weekend, maybe?! :D

    Hope you have a good weekend my friend! xo

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  5. P.S. I forgot to tell you I LOVE that tablecloth!!! It makes me smile.

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  6. These look like great snacks! I have lots of company coming to visit, so I will make a batch for folks to nibble on.

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  7. I've put off trying these roasted garbanzos too for some strange reason. They looks so tasty and I bet they would be yummy tossed into a green salad for a little crunch.

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  8. I love having these as a snack! They are good almost no matter what you put on them. Cinnamon sugar makes a nice sweet treat alternative that you might want to try!

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  9. We love cece beans! This sounds so good and so good for you too!

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  10. Oooo, I love these! Great stuff.

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  11. Karen, these look wonderful. I love garbanzo beans and will certainly give your method a try. I also wanted to thank you for your kind words. I hope you are having a great day. Blessings...Mary

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  12. I've been wanting to try roasted chickpeas forever and just haven't gotten around to it. I like the idea of using some of those spice combinations we all seem to have in our spice cupboards.

    Great healthy snack too!

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  13. Wow this sounds fantastic! As soon as we have clean potable water flowing freely again I'm soaking the last of my dried garbanzos and making this...yum!

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