Crispy Roasted Chickpea Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Crispy Roasted Chickpea Tacos Recipe offers a delicious and healthy twist on traditional tacos. The roasted chickpeas provide a satisfying crunch and are packed with protein, making them a great filling for your tacos.

This recipe is simple to follow and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering with friends. You can customize your tacos with your favorite toppings and sauces.

Easy Chickpea Tacos Recipe

These tacos feature crispy roasted chickpeas seasoned with spices, served in warm tortillas, and topped with fresh vegetables and creamy sauce. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 avocado, sliced
1/2 cup sour cream or yogurt
Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare Chickpeas: Spread the drained chickpeas on a clean towel and pat dry. In a bowl, toss the chickpeas with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Roast Chickpeas: Spread the seasoned chickpeas on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown, shaking the pan halfway through.
Warm Tortillas: While the chickpeas are roasting, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
Assemble Tacos: Fill each tortilla with a generous amount of crispy chickpeas, then top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, and a dollop of sour cream or yogurt.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh cilantro on top if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your crispy roasted chickpea tacos!