Oven-Roasted Mediterranean Chickpeas with Za'atar
Golden roasted chickpeas tossed in fragrant za'atar spice and olive oil, perfect as a crunchy snack or salad topping bursting with Middle Eastern flavors. This Middle Eastern-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs canned chickpeas, olive oil, za'atar seasoning for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp za'atar seasoning
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat dry 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed chickpeas thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Step 2: In a mixing bowl, toss the dried chickpeas with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp za'atar seasoning, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Spread the chickpeas in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Step 4: Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, shaking the pan every 10 minutes, until the chickpeas are crisp and golden.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving as a snack or salad topper.
