Zesty Garbanzo Beans with Pistachio Nuts
Zesty Garbanzo Beans with Pistachio Nuts bakes chickpeas until crisp, then tosses them with pistachios, cumin, thyme, and a hint of cayenne for a toasty, peppery bite. The contrast of crunchy legumes and nuts with warm spices makes it a standout side for roasted meats or grilled vegetables, and it’s equally snackable straight from the pan.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
- 2
In a bowl, toss the garbanzo beans with the oil, sea salt, cumin, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Move the mixture to a shallow casserole dish.
- 3
Bake in the preheated oven, stirring now and then, until the garbanzo beans are golden and crisp, about 20 minutes. Take them out of the oven, stir in the pistachios and thyme, then bake for 10 more minutes, or until the beans and pistachios are lightly crispy. Serve right away.
- Calories 311.39 kcal Moderate
- Protein 8.74 g Moderate
- Carbs 9.19 g Moderate
- Total Fat 29.03 g High
- Saturated Fat 3.72 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 127.99 mg Moderate
- Fiber 4.13 g Moderate
- Sugar 2.32 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 39.32 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.08 mg Moderate
- Potassium 34.97 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 3.18 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 1.87 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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