Za’atar Roasted Chickpeas
Za’atar seasoning is a blend of herbs and toasted sesame seeds typically associated with Middle Eastern cuisine. In this dish, it combines really well with the Cajun seasoning to give the roasted chickpeas a flavor profile that is savory and slightly spicy.
Prep: 5 mins
Cook: 15 mins
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp Za’atar seasoning
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning (optional)
- ½ tsp kosher salt, or to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
Instructions
- 1. Place rinsed chickpeas in a medium bowl. Toss with lemon juice, Za’atar seasoning, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- 2. Place chickpeas in an air fryer basket and roast at 400 degrees F for 13 to 15 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- 3. Carefully remove from air fryer, allow to cool, and enjoy. (These won’t stay crispy for a long time because we aren’t using any oil, so serve them shortly after preparation.)
Cooking Tips
Cooking Tips
- 1. Alternatively, bake in the oven at 425 degrees F for 20-25 minutes, preferably using the convection setting.
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