Description
Crispy White Beans are a delicious and healthy snack made by roasting cooked white beans with olive oil and spices until golden and crunchy. Perfect as a standalone snack or a topping for salads and dishes, they deliver a satisfying crunch with a flavorful blend of garlic and smoked paprika.
Ingredients
Scale
Beans
- 2 cups cooked white beans (like cannellini or Great Northern), rinsed and drained if using canned
Seasoning & Oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Toppings
- Chopped fresh herbs
- Grated Parmesan
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Dry the beans: Pat the cooked white beans very dry using paper towels; this step is crucial to achieve maximum crispiness during roasting.
- Toss with oil and spices: In a large bowl, toss the dried beans with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until all beans are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Spread the beans out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded so they roast evenly and crisp up properly.
- Roast the beans: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring the beans halfway through the cooking time to promote even browning and crispiness.
- Cool and serve: Remove the beans from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes so they firm up. Sprinkle with optional fresh herbs or grated Parmesan before serving if desired.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, let the beans air-dry for 15–20 minutes before roasting to remove additional moisture.
- These roasted white beans make a perfect healthy snack, salad topper, or crunchy side dish.
- Store leftover crispy beans in an airtight container at room temperature, but note they are best enjoyed fresh for maximum crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
