It’s Friday time to kick back, relax and enjoy a good movie. But what’s a movie night without the perfect snack? This week’s Friday Faves is something crunchy, savory and oh-so-satisfying.
Crispy Chickpeas!
These roasted chickpeas are the ultimate oil-free plant-based alternative to popcorn—crunchy, flavorful and packed with protein. Plus, you can season them however you like, from classic sea salt to smoky paprika or even a little nutritional yeast for a cheesy twist (without the cheese!).
Quick Recipe:
Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained & rinsed
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or agave (optional for a sweet-savory twist)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika or chili powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp cumin (optional for extra depth)
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat chickpeas dry with a towel (the drier, the crispier!).
- Toss chickpeas with your seasonings of choice—no oil needed!
- Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through.
- Let cool slightly before snacking (they get crispier as they cool!).
- Crispy, Crunchy & Addictive
- Totally Plant-Based & Oil-Free
- Endless Flavor Combinations
- The Perfect Movie Night Snack
Stay crunchy & plant-powered!
I started out several years ago watching Forks Over Knives, decided to “try out” the plant-based meal plan and had shockingly incredible results. I’ve never turned back. I have lost nearly 50 pounds, and that is just one side effect that me, my family, friends and clients have experienced after making the change.
Having been an incredible cook my entire adult life, I started my own personal chef service, NuYu Nourish, to extend my help to others. I interned under a celebrity chef, became a celebrity chef myself and have been expanding my reach and goals ever since! My plan follows strictly and simply those of Dr. Mcdougall, Dr. T. Colin Campbell and Dr. Esselstyn.
