Fantastic Foodie Fridays~ Spicy Roasted Chickpeas

Understanding the importance of eating every few hours, and wanting to snack and not feel guilty about it I found this recipe.  Spicy Roasted Chickpeas can be kept in the fridge for up to four days, but we bet your family will gobble them up by that time!  I hope you enjoy this and think of me as I will be walking in my last 3-Day this year.

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 cups canned or cooked chickpeas, drained and well rinsed
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp maple sugar flakes
• 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp ground coriander
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp each sea salt and ground black pepper
• Pinch cayenne pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Combine all ingredients in a bowl; toss well.
3. Spread chickpea mixture on foil-lined baking sheet.
4. Put in oven, roasting for 20 to 25 minutes; toss mixture about halfway through.
5. When chickpeas are dark brown in spots, remove from oven and let cool.
6. Store in airtight container in refrigerator.

Nutrients per 2/3-cup serving: Calories: 140, Fat: 5 g, Sat. Fat: 0 g, Carbs: 17 g, Fiber: 4 g, Sugars: 4 g, Protein: 6 g, Sodium: 460 mg, Cholesterol: 0 mg

By Gretchen Kennedy | Photo: Gibson & Smith