The chickpea (español: garbanzo) (Cicer arietinum) is an annual legume of the family Fabaceae. Its different types are variously known as gram or Bengal gram, garbanzo or garbanzo bean, Egyptian pea, chana, and chole. Chickpeas are tasty when cooked and seasoned simply, but they can also be used in a variety of combinations and in substitutes for meat and cheese. They are the base of hummus and felafel. Chickpea seeds are high in protein.
| RECIPES Hummus |
| Nutrition Facts: 1 ounce (28 g) cooked chickpeas |
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| calories 46 carbohydrates 8 g copper 5% DV fat 8 g fiber 2 g folate 12% DV iron 4% DV manganese 14% DV phosphorous 5% DV |
When I switched to plant-based living after a lifetime of meals planned around a main course of meat, I immediately felt positive effects and found it surprisingly easy, even fun, to change my habits and explore new ways of enjoying food. Fruit and Stuff is a collection of some of the many things I have learned since I started the journey.