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    Published: Sep 7, 2016 · Modified: Mar 11, 2022 by Stephanie McKercher, RDN · This post may contain affiliate links · 16 Comments

    Cheesy Roasted Chickpeas (Vegan)

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    Cheesy roasted chickpeas make a delicious snack or savory topping for soups, salads, and grain bowls. You don't need to be vegan to fall in love with this plant-based recipe!

    Vegan cheesy herb roasted chickpeas in mason jar next to baking pan.

    I'm all about the crunchy-and-savory combination, especially when it comes to snacks (but always, really).

    It's no wonder roasted chickpeas have made multiple appearances here on the blog. (In all shapes and forms, including Buffalo, Thai peanut, and Greek.)

    They're something I make over and over again in my own kitchen.

    Today, my roasted-chickpea game is all about the best way to add cheesy flavor to vegan food, nutritional yeast. Along with a punch of herbaceous flavor from crushed rosemary, thyme, and oregano, it's enough to make me swoon over garbanzo beans.

    (Admittedly, this is not a difficult feat.)

    Vegan cheesy herb roasted chickpeas in mason jar against grey background.

    Regardless, these cheesy roasted chickpeas have plant-based protein, and they're packed with gut-boosting fiber, too. They're not the type of snack where you'll feel like you're running on empty a few minutes later.

    Don't count them out at mealtime, either.

    Sprinkle cheesy roasted chickpeas over salads, add them to bowls, or throw a few on top of a bowl of tomato soup at lunch.

    Delicious, nutritious, easy, and versatile.

    You might as well start mixing up a double batch.

    Vegan cheesy herb roasted chickpeas in mason jar next to baking pan.

    Cheesy Herb Roasted Chickpeas (Vegan)

    Chickpeas roasted with cheesy nutritional yeast and dry herbs for a delicious, plant-based snack or topping for soups, salads, and bowls.
    4.45 from 9 votes
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    Course: Snack
    Cuisine: gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 1 cup
    Author: Stephanie McKercher, RDN

    Ingredients

    • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
    • 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
    • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
    • 1 teaspoon crushed rosemary
    • 1 teaspoon dry thyme
    • 1 teaspoon oregano
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • Salt and pepper

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400º F and prepare a baking pan.
    • Dry chickpeas by rolling them in between paper towel sheets or a clean kitchen towel and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Stir in grapeseed oil, nutritional yeast, crushed rosemary, thyme, oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt and pepper. 
    • Spread on baking pan and place on the center rack of oven. Cook 20 minutes, or until chickpeas are crispy and golden. 

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    Notes

    Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
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    p style="text-align: right;">Last updated December 6, 2018.

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    1. Pam R. says

      May 18, 2021 at 1:58 pm

      can you use another oil other than grapeseed oil?

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      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        May 21, 2021 at 10:42 am

        Hi Pam, yes, feel free to substitute any liquid oil you have for these. Thanks!

        Reply
    2. Ashleigh says

      September 07, 2020 at 8:28 am

      Where is the "cheesy" part?

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      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        September 08, 2020 at 6:52 am

        Hi Ashleigh, the cheesy flavor comes from nutritional yeast, which is my favorite ingredient for giving dairy-free/vegan recipes a cheese-like taste. Let me know if you have any other questions!

        Reply
    3. Jocelyn says

      August 08, 2020 at 5:16 pm

      These are absolutely delicious. Do we store them in the fridge after?

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      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        August 19, 2020 at 11:33 am

        Thanks, Jocelyn, glad you enjoyed them! You can actually store these in an airtight container in your cabinet/pantry. No need to refrigerate!

        Reply
    4. Darian says

      May 15, 2020 at 5:47 pm

      5 stars
      I make this a bunch; it's one of the best chickpea seasonings I've found. Great by themselves or throwing on a salad or Buddha bowl.

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        May 15, 2020 at 7:14 pm

        Thanks so much, Darian! This is one of my favorites, too. 🙂

        Reply
    5. Sarah says

      January 27, 2019 at 11:04 am

      5 stars
      Phenomenal!! These are so good. The rosemary flavor is amazing.

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        January 29, 2019 at 6:03 pm

        Thank you! So glad you enjoyed them. 🙂

        Reply
    6. Emma says

      September 08, 2018 at 1:34 pm

      5 stars
      These are so delicious! I use them as snacks all the time. Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        September 13, 2018 at 10:50 am

        So happy to hear this. Thanks, Emma!

        Reply
    7. Deryn | Running on Real Food says

      June 06, 2017 at 8:31 am

      Why have I never put nooch on roasted chickpeas?! These look so good for snacking! Can't wait to try them. Thanks 🙂

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        June 07, 2017 at 6:06 am

        LIFE-CHANGER.???? Enjoy, Deryn! These are one of my favorite crunchy snacks!

        Reply

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