Blood Sugar Drops
Managing blood sugar levels is crucial for overall health, especially for those with diabetes or pre-diabetes. This simple roasted chickpeas recipe combines flavorful spices with the nutritional benefits of chickpeas, offering a delicious and healthy snack that can help regulate blood sugar levels.
Yield: 4
Materials
- - 1 can of chickpeas drained and rinsed
- - 2 tablespoons olive oil
- - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- - Salt and pepper to taste
- - Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish optional
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
Season Chickpeas:
- In a mixing bowl, toss the drained and rinsed chickpeas with olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Bake Chickpeas:
- Spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Roast the chickpeas in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are crispy and golden brown.
Cool and Serve:
- Remove the roasted chickpeas from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired, and enjoy as a nutritious snack or as part of a meal.
Notes
**Nutrition Information:**
- **Serving Size:** 1/2 cup
- **Calories:** 150 kcal
- **Total Fat:** 7g
- **Saturated Fat:** 1g
- **Cholesterol:** 0mg
- **Sodium:** 200mg
- **Total Carbohydrates:** 18g
- **Dietary Fiber:** 5g
- **Sugars:** 2g
- **Protein:** 6g
- **Serving Size:** 1/2 cup
- **Calories:** 150 kcal
- **Total Fat:** 7g
- **Saturated Fat:** 1g
- **Cholesterol:** 0mg
- **Sodium:** 200mg
- **Total Carbohydrates:** 18g
- **Dietary Fiber:** 5g
- **Sugars:** 2g
- **Protein:** 6g