Roasted Chickpeas with Plantain
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Here's one of my go to dishes when I want something satisfying but don't have much time. Roasted chickpeas with plantain comes together in under an hour and costs just a few dollars to make. Chickpeas are packed with protein and fiber, so this meal keeps you full for hours. The warm spices like cumin and smoked paprika make the chickpeas incredibly flavorful, while the sweet plantains provide a lovely contrast. Top it with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, and you've got a dish that feels way fancier than the effort it takes.
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Ingredients
- 2 canscanned chickpeas(drained and patted dry)
- 2 mediumplantains(peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds)
- 3 tablespoonsolive oil
- 1 teaspoonsmoked paprika
- 1 teaspoonground cumin
- 1 teaspoongarlic powder
- 1 teaspooncayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper
- 1lime(zest and juice)
- 2 tablespoonsfresh cilantro(chopped)
- 237 mlred onion(thinly sliced)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Tip: Having two sheets allows the chickpeas and plantains to roast evenly without crowding.
- 2
Spread the dried chickpeas on one baking sheet, drizzle with 1.5 tablespoons of olive oil, and toss with half of the spice mixture (paprika, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper).
Tip: Patting chickpeas dry is crucial for achieving maximum crispiness.
- 3
Arrange plantain slices on the second baking sheet, brush both sides with remaining 1.5 tablespoons olive oil, and season with remaining spices.
Tip: Space plantains in a single layer so they caramelize rather than steam.
- 4
Place both trays in the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring the chickpeas halfway through and flipping plantains after 12-15 minutes.
Tip: The chickpeas should sound hollow when tapped and plantains should be golden brown.
- 5
Remove from the oven and transfer both to a large bowl while still warm.
Tip: The warmth helps flavors meld together beautifully.
- 6
Drizzle with lime juice and zest over the warm mixture, then gently toss to combine.
Tip: Add lime just before serving to maintain the brightness of flavor.
- 7
Top with fresh cilantro and sliced red onion for color and freshness.
Tip: Raw red onion provides a nice sharp contrast to the roasted elements.
- 8
Divide into serving bowls and enjoy immediately while the chickpeas are still crispy.
Tip: Best served warm, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
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