Crispy Parmesan Chickpeas

• servings: 6 cups

Ingredients

1 (15-oz.) can unsalted chickpeas

2 tablespoons olive oil

½ ounce finely grated Parmesan cheese (about 2 Tbsp.)

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon grated lemon rind

½ teaspoon dried oregano

½ teaspoon kosher salt

¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Drain and rinse chickpeas; pat dry with a paper towel. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chickpeas to pan; cook 17 minutes or until golden brown and crispy all over, stirring occasionally.

Transfer chickpeas to a bowl. Add cheese, garlic powder, lemon rind, oregano, salt, and pepper; toss gently. Serve immediately, or cool chickpea mixture in a single layer on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition

• Calories: 122
• Total Fat: 5.7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Cholesterol: 2 mg
• Sodium: 213 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 13 g
• Dietary Fiber: 3 g
• Total Sugars: 1 g
• Protein: 5 g