Roasted Spiced Chickpeas with Lime Zest

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Crisp, protein-rich chickpeas roasted with warm spices and bright lime, perfect for a nutrient-dense snack. This recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, turns chickpeas, olive oil, smoked paprika into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 2, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 2 Global cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chickpeas dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, toss rinsed chickpeas with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, and 1/4 tsp sea salt until evenly coated.
  3. Step 3: Spread chickpeas in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, shaking the pan halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven, immediately sprinkle with 1 tsp lime zest and 1 tbsp lime juice, then toss gently to coat. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

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