Chickpeas, 400 g

• DESCRIPTION:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
• Chickpeas (Cicer arietinum) are a type of legume whose seeds are one of the oldest cultivated foods in the world. Also known as chickpeas or illiaj, chickpeas are a staple in Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and Indian cuisines.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

• APPLICATION

• Cooked chickpeas – for salads, stews, curries, soups

• Hummus – the most popular application

• Falafel – ground chickpeas with spices

• Toasted chickpeas – a crunchy snack

• Chickpea flour – for pancakes, bread rolls, thickening

• Aquafaba – the water from cooked chickpeas, used as a vegan egg white substitute

   

• HEALTH BENEFITS

Supports the cardiovascular system

Rich in antioxidants → helps protect against oxidative stress

Good for digestion (high in fiber)

Supports stable energy levels

Good choice for low-carb and keto diets