Sautéed Chickpeas (Pan-Fried)
These sautéed chickpeas are a perfect quick snack or high-protein and fiber-rich topping for salads, bowls and much more. They are ready within 15 minutes and are so full of flavor. Also 100% vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free.
Servings: 4
Calories: 115kcal
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned chickpeas
- ½ tbsp refined coconut oil
- 1 tsp paprika (sweet or smoked)
- ½ tsp cumin
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ½ lemon zested, optional
- ¼-½ tsp salt or to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the chickpeas in cold water using a fine mesh colander and then, use a clean hand towel to dry them.
- Warm up the coconut oil in a large non-stick pan and then, add the chickpeas. Cook for about 10 minutes or until golden brown stirring once in a while.
- Then, turn down the heat to medium-low and add the spices, salt and lemon zest. Stir to combine and keep cooking for a few minutes until fragrant and the spices toasted. You can garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Store at room temperature for about 24 hours and then, transfer in an air-tight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. They are at their best crispiness once just done.
- You can use other spices, such as chili powder, curry powder, garam masala, cayenne pepper, etc. See the blog post for more ideas!
- Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.
Nutrition
Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 442mg | Potassium: 191mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 268IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 2mg