ROASTED RANCH CHICKPEAS

FAST, VEGETARIAN, GLUTEN-FREE

Roasting chickpeas is so much easier in an air fryer. These are roasted with delicious ranch seasoning and are ready in just 20 minutes. They make the perfect healthy midafternoon snack.

MAKES 1½ CUPS

PREP TIME: 5 minutes

COOK TIME: 15 minutes

ROAST: 400°F

1 ( 15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

1 ranch seasoning packet

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 . Place a parchment liner in the air fryer basket.

2 . In a large bowl, combine the drained chickpeas with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, the ranch seasoning packet, and the onion powder, mixing until the chickpeas are evenly coated.

3 . Transfer to the lined air fryer basket and roast for 15 minutes, until golden and crispy.

4 . Transfer the chickpeas back to the large bowl and toss with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil before serving.

Variation tip: Try these also with lemon pepper, seasoning salt, or ground cayenne pepper.

PER SERVING ( ½ CUP): Calories: 275; Total fat: 11g; Saturated fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 516mg; Carbohydrates: 37g; Fiber: 7g; Protein: 8g