Roasted Chickpea Corn Mix
A crunchy and flavorful roasted chickpea and corn mix, perfect as a healthy snack or a zesty side dish packed with protein and fiber.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat the chickpeas dry with a clean towel to remove excess moisture.
- In a bowl, toss the chickpeas and corn kernels with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well coated.
- Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast in the oven for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the chickpeas are crispy and the corn is lightly charred.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with fresh lime juice.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For extra heat, sprinkle with a pinch of cayenne pepper before roasting or serve with a squeeze of fresh lime for added zest.
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