Why This Will Be Your New Favorite Snack
Easy. Pop some canned chickpeas in the air fryer after you’ve seasoned them and cook.Delicious. The flavors from the za’atar marry so well with the creaminess of the chickpeas.Vegan. Rich in protein and flavor while still being friendly for anyone living a Vegan lifestyle.Fast. Make this delicious snack in less than 30 minutes.
What Is Za’atar?
It is incredibly difficult to find a za’atar that isn’t a spice blend, so for this recipe, I used my favorite za’atar spice blend from Trader Joe’s. It is a mixture of sesame seeds, thyme, rosemary, marjoram, coriander, oregano, and sea salt. There are a few more ingredients that keep the spice blend from holding too much moisture, but they are all vegan-friendly as well.
Equipment You’ll Need
Air FryerMixing BowlHeat Safe Pan
Start With These Ingredients
Canned ChickpeasExtra Virgin Olive OilSaltZa’atar blend (my favorite is from Trader Joe’s)
How To Make Air Fryer Chickpeas
Tips And Tricks
Drizzle your chickpeas liberally with olive oil. Ensuring they are completely covered with the oil will get them perfectly crispy.Shake them often. For air fryer chickpeas that are cooked evenly, you will want to shake them often to keep them from sticking together and to allow all sides to be crisped by the air.Season before and after. Some of the salt and za’atar will shake off while cooking, so make sure to hit them with the spices one more time when they’re fresh out of the air fryer for the biggest punch of flavor.Skip drying. If you’re familiar with roasting chickpeas in your oven, you will want to dry them before drizzling with olive oil. With the air fryer, there’s no need to dry first. The air fryer does all of the work.
What Goes With Air Fryer Chickpeas
Roasted chickpeas make for a delicious snack, but they’re also a great vegan protein addition to a multitude of recipes. Here are some of my favorites to pair them with (you may want to omit the za’atar if you want the flavor profiles to play well together):
Cowboy CaviarIndian Cucumber SaladAntipasto SaladAloo Gobi
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