Chickpea
Chickpeas are tiny, round legumes that come from the plant family. They are commonly known as garbanzo beans and are a staple in many cuisines around the world. Chickpeas have a nutty flavour and a firm texture, making them versatile for use in various dishes.
To produce chickpeas, farmers plant the seeds in the soil, where they grow into plants with pods containing the chickpeas. The mature chickpeas are harvested, dried, and then either canned for convenience or sold dried for later use. They are a good source of plant-based protein, fibre, and various essential nutrients.
Chickpeas are a popular ingredient in many foods due to their versatility and nutritional benefits. They can be used to make hummus, salads, soups, stews, and even crispy snacks like roasted chickpeas. Chickpea flour is also used in baking as a gluten-free alternative. When you see chickpeas listed on a food label, it indicates that the product contains this nutritious legume, adding flavour, texture, and a dose of healthy nutrients.
Foods in the CalorieStar database containing Chickpea
Sainsbury's Caramelised Onion HoumousWicked Kitchen Cauli, Bhaji And Coconut Rice
Sainsbury's Chickpeas in Water
Oggs Chocolate Fudge Vegan Cakes 4
Sainsbury's Extra Virgin Olive Oil Houmous, Taste the Difference
Wicked Kitchen Gunpowder Potato Chana Masala
Sainsbury's Houmous
Fresh Ideas Houmous Creamy & Smooth
Sainsbury's Love Your Veg! Vegan Spicy Masala Chickpea Pizza
Zinda Moroccan Chicken Airwrap
Sainsbury's Moroccan Cous Cous, Taste the Difference
Ginsters Moroccan Vegetable Pasty
Wicked Kitchen Moroccan-Inspired Bowl
Hippeas Organic Chickpea Puffs Salt & Vinegar Vibes
Hippeas Organic Chickpea Puffs Salt & Vinegar Vibes
Hippeas Organic Chickpea Puffs Sweet & Smokin'
Moorish Pea Humous
Asda Plant Based Veggie Tikka Masala & Rice
Tesco Plant Chef Falafel Houmous Wrap
Heinz Plant Proteinz Moroccan Chickpea Soup
Wicked Kitchen Rainbow Curry Bowl
Moorish Smoked Humous
Moorish Smoked Humous with Chilli Harissa
Wicked Kitchen Smokin' Pasta And Amaze Ballz
Glorious! Street Food Soup Middle Eastern Spiced Tomato
