Harissa Chickpea Crisp Snack

# What You'll Need:

→ Chickpeas

01 - 2 cups cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed (approximately 1 can, 400 g)

→ Seasoning

02 - 1½ tablespoons olive oil

03 - 1 tablespoon harissa spice blend

04 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

05 - ½ teaspoon ground cumin

06 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder

07 - ½ teaspoon sea salt

→ Optional Finishing

08 - ½ teaspoon lemon zest

09 - Fresh chopped cilantro or parsley for garnish

# How To Make:

01 - Set the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

02 - Thoroughly pat dry the chickpeas with a clean towel and remove any loose skins to enhance crispiness.

03 - In a mixing bowl, combine chickpeas with olive oil, harissa spice blend, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and sea salt until uniformly coated.

04 - Spread the seasoned chickpeas evenly in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

05 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through to ensure even crisping, until golden and crunchy.

06 - Remove from oven and while warm, toss with lemon zest and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

07 - Allow to cool slightly to maximize crunch before serving.

# Expert Tips:

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They're the kind of snack that feels indulgent but actually nourishes you, loaded with protein and fiber.
Once you nail the technique, they come together in under 10 minutes of hands-on work, then the oven does the magic.
That smoky harissa heat hits differently when it's caramelized on crispy chickpeas—addictive in a way that feels worldly and exciting.

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The prying-them-off-the-sheet moment is real—use parchment paper or you'll spend longer scraping than eating.
They'll soften as they cool and sit, but a quick 2–3 minute return to a hot oven resurrects them perfectly, so don't worry if they soften before you eat them all.

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