Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are one of the world’s healthiest food. It is low in calorie but high in protein, vitamin B1, calcium, magnesium and potassium. Healthiness aside, it is also low in glycemic and gluten free!
Hummus: The most common usage of the chickpeas. Mash cooked chickpeas with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, spices and salt, and you get a lovely creamy paste.
Hummus: This dish is usually made with chickpeas, but any creamy legume such as green lentils will do. Mash lentils with tahini, garlic and spices of your choice.
Soups and stews
Roast it with honey and salt for a healthy snack!
Protein hamburger patties: A healthier alternative to the meat patty! Blend chickpeas with veggies, spices and seasoning and shape them into patties (use bread crumbs, eggs or tofu as a binding agent). Pan fry it or bake it in the oven.
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