CRISPY CUMIN ROASTED CHICKPEAS

Here's a great quick snack that is loaded with fiber and protein! These take less then 5 minutes of prep, and you have an easy, healthy snack!

2 15½ oz cans of chickpeas, rinsed and drained

½ tsp cumin

½ tsp paprika

½ tsp chili powder

1 tsp garlic salt

Lots of fresh ground black pepper to taste

2 Tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat over to 400°.

2. Drain and wash chickpeas , then remove any of the excess skins. Take a towel and try to remove as much water as possible.

3. Add to a bowl, and toss with all other ingredients. Make sure everything is evenly coated.

4. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, and evenly spread out chickpeas. The more spaced out they are, the crispier they’ll get while roasting.

5. Place in oven, and cook for 20-25 minutes until nice and crispy on the outside.

6. Remove from oven, allow to cool for 5-10 minutes, and then enjoy!

Tips

• These are a great salad topper to add some extra crunch!

• To make spicy, sprinkle with some cayenne pepper before roasting.

Tip

• Any excess granola crumbles that fall off, serve on top of yogurt or rice for a nice curry crunch and flavor!

Curried Coconut Cashew Granola Bars

Sick of boring granola bars and snacks? These unique granola bars combine sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, creating an easy snack to grab when you need a pick me up.

1½ cups roasted and salted cashews (bits and pieces work best!)

½ cup flaxseed meal

½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes

2 cups old-fashioned oats

2 Tbsp chia seeds

½ Tbsp curry powder (more or less to preference)

½ tsp salt

½ cup peanut butter (can substitute with other nut butters)

¾ cup honey

1 Tbsp coconut oil

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 325°.

2. In a large bowl, mix together all your dry ingredients until well combined.

3. In a microwave safe bowl, add your peanut butter, honey, and coconut oil. Microwave for 2 minutes, stopping and stirring every 30 seconds.

4. Pour over your dry ingredients, and stir, making sure that everything is coated well.

5. Line a 13x9 baking dish with parchment paper. Pour your mixture in, and press everything down firmly. You want to make sure your mixture is pressed down with no gaps, otherwise your granola will fall apart.

6. Place in oven, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

7. Remove from oven, and allow to cool completely. If you cut the bars while they’re still warm, they will fall apart.

8. Once cooled, pull sides on parchment paper up to remove bars. Then, with a sharp knife, cut into desired bar shapes.

9. Place in air-tight container and store for up to 3 weeks.