Air Fryer Chickpeas (No Oil)
Description
Crispy air fryer chickpeas made from a can with no oil. A smoky garlic seasoning goes on at the end so it sticks and doesn't burn.
Ingredients
- 15 ounces chickpeas, drained and rinsed, liquid reserved
- 1 tablespoon aquafaba, reserved chickpea liquid, optional
- 1 teaspoon smoked or sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Spoon 1 tablespoon of liquid from the can into a small bowl. Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
- Pat the chickpeas very dry with a clean towel. Discard any loose skins.
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
- Air fry the plain chickpeas in a single layer for 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway.
- Transfer to a bowl. Toss with the aquafaba, then add the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt and pepper and toss to coat.
- Return to the basket and air fry 5 to 8 minutes more, until deep golden and they rattle when shaken.
- Cool in the basket for 5 minutes before serving. They crisp further as they cool.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
Notes
No aquafaba? Use a spritz of water or lemon juice. Store loosely covered at room temperature for up to 3 days; re-crisp at 350°F for 2 to 3 minute
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 181kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 10gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 341mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 279IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 59mgIron: 3mg