We have many choices for tasty, healthy snacks, but we often reach for unhealthy choices out of convenience.  Here is one satisfying treat that you can feel good about munching on.

Ingredients:

• 1 can chic peas (garbanzo beans)
• olive oil
• salt
• pepper

Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

Drain and dry chicpeas.  Lightly coat chicpeas with olive oil.  Place them in one layer on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Bake for 40 minutes or until crispy.

(I’ve also used Creole seasoning in place of salt and pepper, which was a nice variation)

Benefits per serving (1/2 cup): high protein content (6g), low calories (110), high fiber (6g), very low sugar and fat (1g each).  Good source of  iron, omega-3 fatty acids, and Vitamin A.   Is linked to lowering risk of heart disease, obesity, and diabetes, and can lower cholesterol. http://foodfrontiers.pepsicoblogs.com/2011/04/the-benefits-of-chickpeas/