Chickpeas are amazing! They are high in fiber and high in protein. I love including them in my diet. The first recipe is great for a snack or to top a salad. I often will make a batch and save it to portion out on my daily salads (1 can roasted = 2-4 servings). Hummus is great for many things. Garlic hummus on salad to me is like having a cheat with ceaser salad. I also love hummus as a spread on wraps. Here are two great recipes!
ROASTED CHICKPEAS
Preheat oven to 400 F
Rimmed baking sheet, lightly oiled(or use parchment)
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
3 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tbsp hot pepper flakes
sea salt and fresh ground pepper
(sometimes I bake them just with salt and pepper…they are like yummy little chips)
Mix all these together! Toss them on your baking sheet and spread them out evenly. bake for 30 mins. ( stirring once) Test them often to reach the desired dryness!
GARLIC HUMMUS
1 Can Chickpeas
1/2 Cup Chickpea Water (from can)
1 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 Tbsp Tamari
3 Garlic Cloves
3 Tbsp Tahini (sesame butter)
Splash of Lemon Juice
Puree all ingredients in a food processor until smooth!
This is my favorite new snack. I have always loved hummus but making your own beats any store-bought. You can spice this up by adding Cayenne Pepper. You can also add roasted red pepper or jalapenos.
