The chickpea, also known as the Garbanzo bean or Indian pea is a delicious and nutritious legume. It is a fantastic source of carbohydrates and protein and can be used in numerous dishes.
Nutrition
-100g of cooked chickpeas contains 160 calories, 27.5g of carbs, 9g of protein and 2.5g of fat
-Chickpeas are a good source of zinc, phosphorus, magnesium, iron and folate
-A great source of fibre
-A good source of calcium
Try Some of These Meals Made with Chickpeas
-Hummus
-Falafel
-Cold Salads
-Cooked in to stews
-Farinata
-Chana Masala
-Chickpea fritters
-Mixed in to brown rice for a meal containing healthy complex carbohydrates that is high in protein, fiber and low in fat.
The chickpea is an incredibly versatile food that can be made in to so many different dishes. They can be prepared raw, or bought ready to go canned in water. Add chickpeas in to your diet for any fitness goal!
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