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Crunchy Roasted Soybeans

These Crunchy Roasted Soybeans are crispy, flavorful, and packed with plant-based protein. Perfect for snacking or adding a satisfying crunch to your favorite dishes!
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Diet Vegan, Vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 283kcal
Author Marly McMillen

Ingredients

  • 2 cups dry soybeans
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
  • Optional Toppings: Mrs. Dash Southwest Chipotle Seasoning or your choice of seasonings (see notes)
Cups - Metric

Instructions

  • Add soybeans to a bowl with water, covering them with at least 3 inches of water. Cover and refrigerate so the beans can soak overnight (9 to 12 hours total).
  • Drain the beans in a strainer, shaking o remove excess water. Spread the beans out on a paper towel and pat dry. You can also just let them sit out for a few minutes to air dry.
    Soybeans are laid out in a pan lined with a kitchen towel to dry them.
  • Transfer dried soybeans to a pan lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat.
    A hand holds a spoon, drizzling olive oil over soybeans in a pan.
  • Sprinkle with salt and any other favorite spices.
    A hand holds a small bowl of spices, sprinkling them over a pan full of soybeans.
  • OVEN METHOD: Preheat your oven to 400°F/200°C. Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
  • Pour seasoned beans on the prepared pan, spreading them out into a single layer. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 25 to 35 minutes, until they're crispy on the outside.
  • AIR FRYER METHOD: Preheat air fryer to 375°F/190°C. Add seasoned beans to the air fryer basket and cook for up to 10 minutes, flipping the beans a couple of times.
  • Remove the chickpeas from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before adding salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

More Seasoning Flavoring Options

You can vary the flavor of your seasoning toppings, including these:

 

Nutrition

Calories: 283kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 195mg | Potassium: 1115mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 14IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 172mg | Iron: 10mg