Ranch Dill Crispy Chickpeas

A seasoned snack that satisfies the crunch while adding a punch of nutrition. Crispy Chickpeas are budget friendly and all ingredients are stored on your pantry shelf. Yum!

Ranch Dill Crispy Chickpeas

I feel like I’m always racking my brain for easy, healthy snacks. Do you struggle with this too? I strive for

• Not pre-packaged
• Low in sugar
• Adequate source of protein/nutrition
• Delicious enough to curb my craving for salt, crunch, and flavor

Yet, as I search my shelves high and low, I find myself shoveling in those irresistible orange fish.

Until now.

Let me help solve your snack cravings by the sheet pan!

Crispy Chickpeas are crunchy, bite size, and coated in flavor. Unlike so many other snacks, they actually offer nutrition and can be eaten by the handful.

What are Ranch Dill Crispy Chickpeas?

Simply put, crispy chickpeas are beans baked in the oven in the most delicious combo of dill and ranch seasoning.

But let’s talk about chickpeas just a little more. The name is often interchanged with garbanzo beans. And these are a MUST on your pantry shelf. Classified as a legume, they are the main ingredient in dishes such as hummus and an important component in Mediterranean, Indian, and Middle Eastern cuisine. While that sounds exotic, they are actually quite simple.

Did you know that they are available in a CAN and for ONE DOLLAR?

Checking off my snack needs one chickpea at a time!

What ingredients do I need for this recipe?

• Canned Chickpeas
• Olive oil
• Ranch Seasoning (right from an envelope!)
• Dried Dill

How do I make Ranch Dill Crispy chickpeas?

From the pantry shelf to the oven in minutes, gotta love that!

1. Preheat oven to 425
2. Drain can of chickpeas and dry off with towel. You’ll also want to get rid of skins
3. Toss in olive oil, dill and ranch seasoning, toss well to coat
4. Arrange chickpeas in single layer on baking pan lined with parchment paper
5. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through
6. Turn off oven and allow to sit for another 5-10 minutes
7. Let cool before storing
8. Sprinkle with additional seasoning for additional flavor before serving

And thanks to parchment paper, your chickpeas are not only crispy, but cleanup is a breeze! Just roll and toss.

Do I need to soak chickpeas before roasting?

No soaking required, however when draining can of chickpeas, I like to rinse with water and drain again. This ensures optimal taste and texture and rids any additional salt. Plus, it will help with getting rid of skins on chickpeas, which I do recommend.

How do I eat Ranch Dill Crispy Chickpeas?

• by the handful
• on salads
• in trail mix–mix in with your favorites
• lunchbox

Tips and Tricks

• Take the extra couple minutes to remove lose skins from peas when drying. This helps to ensure crispiness.
• Lightly sprinkle additional seasoning on prior to serving for an extra punch of flavor
• Eat as soon as possible as they do tend to soften the longer they sit
• When storing, allow some air in. If you store in airtight container, they will soften and lose some crispiness.

Are Ranch Dill Crispy Chickpeas Healthy?

These bitesize peas are PACKED with nutrition. Folate, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals like zinc, magnesium (um, hello immune boost!) to name a few. Not to mention they are low fat, low sugar, and a good serving of fiber and protein.

All that topped with an irresistible dusting of zesty ranch dill flavoring!

Looking for more snack inspiration?

If you are looking for more healthful snacks full of flavor, try this:

• Canned Pineapple salsa

May I have the recipe?

Please enjoy this recipe. So simple, so so full of goodness. And as always, let me know what you think. Leave a comment below!