Easy Marinated Chickpeas

5 from 2 votes

Prepare this marinated chickpeas recipe with simple ingredients, and keep it on hand to add flavor to salads, soups, and more!

Prep Time5

Cook Time1 30

Total Time1 35

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: middle eastern

Keyword: marinated chickpeas

Servings: servings

2 cans (15 ounces each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed (or 3 cups cooked chickpeas)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained and rinsed chickpeas.
2 cans
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the 1/4 cup of olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground paprika, salt, and black pepper. This will be the dressing for the chickpeas.
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika, Salt to taste, Black pepper to taste
Pour the dressing over the chickpeas in the large mixing bowl, and toss well to ensure all the chickpeas are coated evenly. Allow them to marinate for at least 30 minutes to an hour to absorb the flavors.
While the chickpeas are marinating, prepare the marinade by mixing fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and chopped parsley (or cilantro). Season the marinade with salt and black pepper to taste.
2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1/4 cup fresh parsley, Salt to taste, Black pepper to taste
Once the chickpeas have absorbed the flavors of the dressing, add the prepared marinade to the chickpea mixture. Gently toss everything together to combine.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid, and refrigerate the marinated chickpeas for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. Marinate longer for even better flavor.
Before serving, give the marinated chickpeas a final toss to redistribute the flavors. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.