Dill Pickle Dust Roasted Chickpeas (Print Version)

Crunchy chickpeas tossed in zesty dill pickle dust for a vibrant, satisfying snack or topper.

# Components:

→ Chickpeas

01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Dill Pickle Dust Seasoning

03 - 1 tablespoon dried dill
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley
07 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
08 - ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 1 tablespoon white vinegar powder (optional)
10 - 1 teaspoon citric acid (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
02 - Thoroughly dry the drained chickpeas using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. This step is crucial for achieving crispiness.
03 - Transfer the dried chickpeas to the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and toss gently until evenly coated.
04 - Roast in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes. Shake the pan halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning and crisping until golden.
05 - While the chickpeas are roasting, combine all the 'Dill Pickle Dust Seasoning' ingredients in a small mixing bowl.
06 - Remove the chickpeas from the oven. While they are still hot, immediately toss them with the prepared dill pickle dust seasoning until well coated.
07 - Allow the seasoned chickpeas to cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving to maximize their crunchiness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 45 minutes
  • Uses simple pantry ingredients
  • Perfect healthy alternative to chips
  • Completely customizable seasoning intensity
  • Naturally vegan and gluten free
02 -
  • High in plant protein with 5g per serving
  • Much lower in sodium than traditional chips
  • Perfect for meal prep as they store well
  • Great source of fiber to keep you satisfied longer
  • Can be enjoyed by most dietary preferences vegan gluten free dairy free
03 -
  • For extra crunchy chickpeas remove as many of the translucent skins as possible before roasting. This takes extra time but results in a crunchier final product.
  • The key to maximum flavor is seasoning while hot but allowing them to cool before eating. This cooling period allows the flavors to fully develop and the texture to reach peak crunchiness.
  • If you cannot find white vinegar powder or citric acid substitute with 1 teaspoon of finely grated lemon zest for a different but still delicious tangy flavor profile.

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