Name: Chickpeas quick snack with turmeric, red onion and red chilli
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 400 g cooked chickpeas; 1 small red onion; 1/4 tsp red chilli flakes; 1 pinch salt; 1 pinch of turmeric; 1 pinch Freshly ground pepper; 1/2 tsp mixed seeds (cumin, fenugreek and mustard); 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 lemon (just the juice)

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What is great about this chickpeas quick snack?

I’m sure this happens to you too sometimes, coming back home hungry like a wolfie not knowing what to tuck in?!

Well, it certainly happens to me on a regular basis especially around 4 pm when I need to beat that sugar craving. Truthfully this chickpeas quick snack is such a saviour for me helping me big time avoid digging deep in the sweets jar and smashing a good few chocs or kit-kat bars.

I do have an issue, a real issue with the sugar cravings that kick in around 4 pm.

I do make sure to always have a few chickpeas cans around and never run out of that just for snacks like this. A handful of these chickpeas quick snack it's a very quick, yummy and healthy fix.

A few days back I came home, I was so hungry that I could eat a horse. I totally resisted going anywhere near the sweets tin by going in a totally opposite direction grabbing a can of organic chickpeas and had this ready in a flash. Thoroughly enjoyed it though. Then and every time I make this, such a great snack! Ready in just under 20 min, how great!!

How to make this chickpeas quick snack?

Pan-cooked

Simply scroll down to the recipe card to see how to make this recipe pan-cooked/fried. All you need it's just a few ingredients and you'll have an amazing chickpeas snack.

Roasted

I know someone who actually does not like the texture of the chickpeas. If you don't, simply bake these for about 30 minutes in a large tray shaking them every now and again. These are great too!! A great alternative if you do not mind and are a true chickpea lover, just like I am.

If you like this recipe and want to do it the same exact way but roasted instead of pan-cooked, just mix all ingredients together in a bowl, add a tablespoon or two of oil/coconut oil and roast in a preheated oven at 180C/350F for approximately 20 min.

tips

Chilli flakes can be replaced by cayenne pepper for a homogeneous spiciness. I prefer a little chilli flake or a seed - it’s nice to find that little chilli surprise, if you like that. If spicy isn’t your thing then add anything you might like such as paprika, zaatar, harissa or any spices or herbs you may wish and like.

Variations and alternatives

Chickpeas make such a healthy, fibre, protein, zink packed snack and when it comes to spices, feel adventurous with adding some curry powder, paprika, cumin or simple salt, garlic fresh or powder, anything you like, there are many possibilities and combos that you could try.
I do add bacon sometimes or chorizo chopped into small cubes and fried together with the onions. So yummy!

Can I make this ahead?

Yes, absolutely! You can make a little more and store it in the fridge. It lasts up to a week.

Other chickpea recipes you may like

Enjoy!

Chickpeas quick snack with turmeric, red onion and red chilli

A great vegan snack to tuck in - this healthy chickpeas, turmeric, red onion and chilly flakes, moreish and pretty addictive. So truly yummy!

5 from 16 votes

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Course: Side Dish, Snack, Starter, Warm salad

Cuisine: Asian, Ramona's Cuisine

Keyword: chickpeas, chickpeas snack, healthy snacks, perfect snack, vegan

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 4 people

Calories: 209kcal

Author: Ramona Sebastian

Equipment

Ingredients

400 g cooked chickpeas
1 small red onion
1/4 tsp red chilli flakes
1 pinch salt
1 pinch of turmeric
1 pinch Freshly ground pepper
1/2 tsp mixed seeds cumin, fenugreek and mustard
1 tbsp olive oil
1/4 lemon just the juice

Metric - US Imperial

Instructions

Chop the onion and place in a pan with the olive oil over medium fire. Add the seeds, salt and cook for 5 min or so until the onions are nice and soft.
Add the cooked chickpeas and the turmeric and continue cooking for another 3-4 mins stirring or tossing regularly.
Add the chilli flakes and toss for a further minute.
Squeeze a dash of lemon and serve. Ta da!!

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Comments

Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

May 29, 2018 at 12:48 pm

Chickpeas are a staple in our home! They are so inexpensive, but tasty too! This looks like something I would make on Sunday to enjoy for quick weekday lunches 🙂

- Ramona says
  
  May 29, 2018 at 1:01 pm
  
  Hi Dawn,
  Thank you so much. Absloutely, chickpeas are so versatile and inexpensive indeed. I make quite a bit of it for quick snacking or to add to salads or soups during the week. So great! A saviour.
  
Beth says

May 29, 2018 at 2:06 pm

Oh, I absolutely adore chickpeas! Any way any how. These look so awesome with the turmeric and kick of heat! Definitely making this!!

- Ramona says
  
  May 31, 2018 at 5:36 pm
  
  Thank you Beth, same here. We love chickpeas. You won’t be disappointed with this recipe- always a winner here for snacking but also as a side dish.
  Enjoy ?
  
Michelle Frank | Flipped-Out Food says

May 29, 2018 at 3:54 pm

Chickpeas are the absolute BOMB. I use them in everything, from soups to curries—and, of course, hummus. I had not tried cooking them in a skillet like this, though: I just love the addition of turmeric, cumin, and fenugreek—these must taste amazing!

- Ramona says
  
  May 31, 2018 at 5:38 pm
  
  They are super good Michelle. I’m sure you will absolutely love them cooked this way too. ?
  
Eileen Kelly says

June 01, 2018 at 1:20 am

I am a huge chickpea fan and what a great snack. I love that you added a bit of a kick with the chili flakes. Great for flavor and digestion too. Love this snack.

- Ramona says
  
  June 01, 2018 at 3:24 am
  
  Thank you so much Eileen, oh, me and chilli are almost everywhhere together 😉 long time love there haha. I agree with flavor and digestion, absolutely! I hope you will make it soon and fully enjoy it.
  
Caroline says

June 01, 2018 at 1:17 pm

We do love chickpeas but not generally as a snack. Must give them a try though as they look tasty!

- Ramona says
  
  June 01, 2018 at 5:56 pm
  
  Hi Caroline,
  Thank you! I love chickpeas so much that I must think of a chickpeas dessert recipe. It’s. Icy a versatile ingredient. This snack recipe will really impress- so easy to make and soooo tasty. It’s one of my favourites ever. Last weekend we had it at a picnic -was so great and everyone enjoyed it greatly. You should definitely try it. ??
  
Ramona says

June 03, 2018 at 7:14 am

superb recipe

Andrea says

April 18, 2022 at 8:28 pm

love this healthy snack so much! so tasty and quick to make too!