Loaded with folate, iron, and B vitamins, chickpeas and split peas are also high in protein and fiber. Here they combine to make a satisfying mid-afternoon snack; you can also serve either of them as an easy hors d’oeuvre, alongside a bowl of olives.

　　

Ingredients

Chickpea Nibbles

1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

　　2 tablespoons olive oil

　　Coarse salt

　　1 teaspoon chili powder

　　(makes 1 cup)

　　

Crunchy Split Pea Bites

1 cup dried green or yellow split peas

　　3 cups water

　　4 teaspoons sesame oil

　　4 teaspoons neutral-tasting oil, such as canola or safflower

　　Coarse salt

　　(makes 1 1/2 cups)

　　

Chickpea Nibbles

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F. Pat chickpeas dry, then toss in a bowl with oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste), and the chili powder. Spread in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet, and bake until crunchy, stirring occasionally, 40 to 45 minutes. Let cool before serving. Peas may be kept in an airtight container for 3 days at room temperature.

　　

Crunchy Split Pea Bites

Step 2

Place split peas in a large bowl; add the water and cover bowl with plastic wrap. Let soak at room temperature until softened, 4 to 5 hours.

　　

Step 3

Drain split peas and thoroughly pat dry with paper towels. Heat a large skillet over medium-high and add 2 teaspoons of each type of oil. Add half the peas and cook, stirring frequently, until they begin to turn golden brown in spots and become crunchy, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel–lined baking sheet. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste). Repeat with the remaining oil and peas. Let cool before serving. Peas may be kept for 3 days in an airtight container at room temperature.

　　

Nutrition Information

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CHICKPEA NIBBLES

　　

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(Per 1/4-cup serving)

　　

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Calories: 239

　　

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Saturated Fat: 1.3g

　　

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Unsaturated Fat: 7.9g

　　

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Cholesterol: 0mg

　　

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Carbohydrates: 29.5g

　　

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Protein: 9.5g

　　

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Sodium: 84mg

　　

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Fiber: 5.1g

　　

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CRUNCHY SPLIT PEA BITES

　　

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(Per 1/4-cup serving)

　　

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Calories: 166

　　

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Saturated Fat: .7g

　　

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Unsaturated Fat: 5.4g

　　

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Cholesterol: 0mg

　　

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Carbohydrates: 20g

　　

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Protein: 8.1g

　　

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Sodium: 52mg

　　

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Fiber: 8.4g

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