Roasted Chickpeas with Cucumber
Prep
15 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite go to meals when I want something healthy but don't have much time. Roasted chickpeas with cucumber comes together in just 40 minutes and costs barely anything to make. The chickpeas are absolutely delicious when roasted with warm spices like cumin and smoked paprika, and they're loaded with fiber and protein to keep you full for hours. I serve them over a crisp cucumber salad with a creamy Greek yogurt dressing and fresh herbs, which makes the whole dish feel light and refreshing. It's the kind of simple, wholesome food that makes you feel great.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 2 canscanned chickpeas(drained and patted dry)
- 3 tablespoonsolive oil
- 1 teaspoonsmoked paprika
- 1 teaspoonground cumin
- ½ teaspoongarlic powder
- ¾ teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 1english cucumber(diced)
- 177 mlgreek yogurt
- 2 tablespoonsfresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoonsfresh dill(chopped)
- 59 mlred onion(finely diced)
- 237 mlcherry tomatoes(halved)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the drained chickpeas completely dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to ensure they crisp up properly.
Tip: Moisture is the enemy of crispy chickpeas—don't skip the drying step.
- 2
In a bowl, combine the olive oil with smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the dried chickpeas and toss until evenly coated with the spice mixture.
Tip: Use your hands to ensure every chickpea is well coated with the seasoning.
- 3
Spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
Tip: Listen for a slight rattle in the oven—when you hear it, they're getting crispy.
- 4
While the chickpeas roast, prepare the yogurt dressing by whisking together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, fresh dill, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy.
Tip: Make the dressing while waiting so everything comes together at the same time.
- 5
Remove the roasted chickpeas from the oven and let them cool for 2-3 minutes on the baking sheet.
Tip: They'll continue to crisp up slightly as they cool.
- 6
In a large serving bowl, combine the diced cucumber, red onion, and cherry tomatoes. Pour the yogurt dressing over the vegetables and gently toss to combine.
Tip: Keep vegetables separate until just before serving to maintain freshness and texture.
- 7
Top the cucumber and vegetable mixture with the warm roasted chickpeas and give everything a gentle final toss. Serve immediately while the chickpeas are still warm and crispy.
Tip: The contrast between warm crispy chickpeas and cool fresh vegetables is key to this dish.
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