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?
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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
Equipment
- pan
- chopping board
- knife
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
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!!
Notes
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Dawn - Girl Heart Food says
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
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
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
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
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
They are super good Michelle. I’m sure you will absolutely love them cooked this way too. ?
Eileen Kelly says
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
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
We do love chickpeas but not generally as a snack. Must give them a try though as they look tasty!
Ramona says
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
superb recipe