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I love beans. What’s not to love?
They’re an excellent (and inexpensive) source of protein. They’re packed with fiber, complex carbs, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, iron, potassium, etc.! This little legume is great for your health, and incredibly versatile. Take these 20 healthy recipes using beans, for example. There’s a recipe for every meal of the day, including egg muffins, dips, salads, tacos, soups, burgers, brownies, and donuts.
They’re an excellent and easy way of adding nutrients, texture, and flavor to just about any dish. Vegetarians dig them due to their ample amounts of plant-based protein. Chefs dig them because of their versatility. Nutritionists dig them because of their cancer-fighting plant chemicals, nutrient values, and soluble fiber. I dig them because of all of the above.
I use beans every single week in recipes—from stuffing peppers to making turkey chili to building vegetarian fajita bowls.
But one of my absolute favorite ways to use beans is making crispy spiced chickpeas. They are delicious and can be used for just about anything. They’re especially amazing when used in place of croutons to top salads, sprinkled on soups, wrapped inside burritos, in grain bowls for a little crunch, or eaten as-is for a snack!
Plus, they’re so easy to make. (But, you’ve been warned: they are addictive.)
Pan fry these bad boys in a little olive oil until their outsides are crispy-golden with a soft, creamy interior.
Crispy Spiced Chickpeas
- Author: Tiffany La Forge
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups 1x
Description
Delicious crispy chickpeas that can be used for topping soups, salads, or snacking on their own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse the chickpeas and drain very well on paper towels. Any water will make the oil splatter when you fry.
- Heat a pan with the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the chickpeas and saute, stirring occasionally, until the chickpeas are golden brown and crisp, about 10-15 minutes.
- Add the salt, pepper, cayenne, cumin, and paprika. Stir til everything is combined and cook another 3-5 minutes until fragrant. Enjoy!
Easy, right?! And so, so tasty.
Canned beans obviously mark pretty high in convenience. On busy weekdays, there is no way I’m cooking drybeans. My pantry is always stocked with S&W canned beans. They offer a ton of variety, from basic to 50% less sodium to organic to flavored chili beans. I used the organic garbanzo for my crispy spiced chickpea recipe. I’ve been making healthy recipes using beans with S&W for a long time. I trust their quality, consistency, and standards—not to mention the fact that they’ve offered those three things for over 120 years!
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Enjoy these 20 healthy recipes using beans. From breakfast, to dessert!
Pan Seared Halibut with White Beans + Gremolata
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Creamy Avocado + White Bean Wrap
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Blood Orange + Mixed Bean Salad with Sprouts
This salad is as pretty as it is delicious. A lovely light and fresh meal, sweet and tart blood oranges get tossed with fresh sprouts, herbs, a punchy vinaigrette, and a mix of three different beans.
Vegan Pinto Bean Tacos
Sometimes the most simple meals are the most delicious. Pinto beans, fresh tomatoes, avocado, sweet corn, and a generous amount of lime make this meal an easy and healthy addition to Taco Tuesday.
Vegetarian 3 Bean Quinoa Chili
This aromatic, fiber-packed chili is delicious on hot dogs or straight from the bowl. Meg uses dry beans but has instructions for using canned beans at the bottom of her recipe, making this chili a breeze.
Healthier Refried Beans + Queso (Build-Your-Own Nachos Bar)
Our Healthier Build-Your-Own Nachos Bar is a fun and unique way to entertain. Refried beans get a healthy make-over and canned beans are used for convenience.
Israeli Couscous White Bean Salad with Lemon Pesto Dressing
This salad is like eating the rainbow. A bright, flavorful pesto serves as the dressing for couscous, lemon-herb marinated zucchini, white beans, and fresh baby greens.
Southwestern Egg Muffins
Egg muffins are one of the easiest (and most delicious!) make-ahead breakfast meals. These protein- and fiber-packed egg muffins get a Southwestern kick with salsa, spices, and black beans.
Hearty Chicken and White Bean Soup
Swap your basic chicken noodle soup for this fiber-packed and nutrient-rich white bean version. This nourishing soup is packed to the brim with veggies. Make a big batch, freeze it, and have it on hand for the rest of winter!
Black Bean Quinoa Burgers
Swap your basic burger for this veggie version, which is a fiber and protein powerhouse thanks to black beans and quinoa. It’s also ready in under 30 minutes and extra delicious topped with roasted red pepper and smashed avocado.
Sweet Potato Black Bean Brownies
Healthier brownies? Sign us up, please. These gluten-free brownies get a nutrient-kick from sweet potato and black beans, but are still super fudgy and moist. Sounds like a win-win.
Veggie Pot Pies with Crispy Potatoes
There’s nothing like a cozy, straight-from-the-oven pot pie, especially one that’s healthier. These vegan and gluten-free beauties are stuffed with chickpeas and veggies and topped with crispy-thin potato slices.
Black Bean Mango Salad with Jicama
One of our favorite fresh summer sides, this black bean salad gets mixed with crunchy jicama, leftover grilled corn, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime vinaigrette.
Cinnamon Chickpea Dairy-Free Truffles
These gluten-free and dairy-free chickpea truffles are “reminiscent of unbaked snickerdoodles.” Yes, please! We love their natural sweetness and creamy texture.
Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Peanut Sauce
These tasty sweet potatoes are an easy and unique way to liven up your weekday dinner routine. Black bean stuffed sweet potatoes get drizzled with an addictive, creamy (and easy!) peanut sauce.
Bean + Veggie Nuggets
These vegetarian nuggets are healthy, kid-friendly, and totally delicious. And they’re a great way to sneak more veggies on your little one’s plate.
Vegan Blondie Doughnuts
A doughnutthat’s healthy?Too good to be true? Not with these vegan blondie doughnuts, made with clean and wholesome ingredients. Chickpeas make the list of ingredients alongside applesauce, oats, and cinnamon.
Tomato Basil White Bean Dip
It’s not a party without a good dip. Make it a healthy one with this tomato basil version. This vegan dip doesn’t include cream or dairy—just cannellini beans, fresh tomatoes, zesty lemon, garlic, lots of herbs, and tons of flavor.
Butternut Squash Hummus
One of everyone’s favorite ways to enjoy beans? Hummus. Switch up your hummus routine and create this creamy, seasonal roasted butternut squash version.
Lemon Cheesecake Smoothie
A cheesecake smoothie would taste even better if you knew that it was good for you, too. This creamy lemon version is a dessert in disguise. The secret ingredient? Chickpeas.
I hope that you’ve enjoyed these 20 healthy recipes using beans! Thank you to my fellow bloggers who contributed their delicious recipes. Be sure to grab your S&W coupon and follow S&W Beans on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest!
