Description
Assemble protein snack prep boxes with roasted chickpeas, cheese cubes, and fresh vegetables for 18g protein. Perfect for meal prep and healthy snacking.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup roasted chickpeas (per box)
- 1 ounce cheddar cheese, cubed (per box)
- 1 ounce mozzarella cheese, cubed (per box)
- ½ cup baby carrots (per box)
- ½ cup cucumber slices (per box)
- ½ cup bell pepper strips (red, yellow, or orange) (per box)
- 3 tablespoons hummus (per box)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly, then spread them on a clean kitchen towel and pat completely dry, removing any loose skins.
- Transfer dried chickpeas to a medium bowl and toss with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread chickpeas in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove chickpeas from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet to maintain maximum crispiness.
- Cut cheddar and mozzarella cheese into ½-inch cubes and prepare all vegetables by washing and cutting them into sticks or bite-sized pieces.
- Assemble snack boxes by dividing roasted chickpeas, cheese cubes, baby carrots, cucumber slices, bell pepper strips, and hummus evenly among 5 meal prep containers.
- Seal containers tightly and refrigerate until ready to eat, ensuring proper food safety by keeping cold at 40°F or below.
Notes
- Try different roasted chickpea seasonings like curry powder, ranch seasoning, or everything bagel spice.
- Replace cheese cubes with hard-boiled eggs for a different protein source.
- Add cherry tomatoes, snap peas, or celery sticks for more vegetable variety.
- Include a small portion of whole grain crackers or pretzels for extra crunch.
- Keep hummus in a small separate container within the box to prevent vegetables from getting soggy.
- Store assembled snack boxes in sealed containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American