Take note all vegetarians and vegans! The Chickpea, or as I know them, Garbanzo bean, is packed with:
iron
copper
molybdenum
phosphorus
manganese
potassium
folates
tryptophan
antioxidants
dietary fiber
One and a half cups provides 134 calories of energy and 7 grams of protein! Chickpeas are also a benefit to those trying to lose weight. The fiber is filling, controls appetite, and signals the stomach and nervous system that you are full. The Chickpea reduces LDL cholesterol levels in the blood, therefore reducing the risk of stroke, while simultaneously providing folates that improve cellular health and cell regeneration. Now for the fun part! They are delicious! Add to a salad or other dish (cooked) for a good nutty taste or prepare as a hummus in your blender (I like roasted red peppers too) to then top off your choice of crackers or toast. This little pea is now going to the top of my grocery list!
Voted. Yes, chickpeas are great, aren't they? I always think that houmous and falafel are a godsend to us vegans, particularly for sandwich fillings. I also love making crepes from chickpea flour. As Akanksha says, it can cause indigestion, so if you add a pinch of asafoetida, it helps to resolve that.
This is a good blog. Voted and added you to my bloggers. As Askanksha said, you just got to be a little careful with gas. Agreed. Everything in moderation.
Very nice blog and information. I just found a new long green bean that is a dark red or almost black color. This is wonderful and a lot of flavor to this. I have now planted a lot in my yard. Thank you for stopping by my blog and reading Mango Madness Jam. I have posted a new post today called Green Mango Pie. Please stop by and read this one. I am sorry for being late to vote for you I have voted now. If you like my new Green Mango Pie will you please vote for me. Thank you so much.
Voted, sounds great.
Chickpea is good, but it can be a cause of gastritis. I used to love it before my doctor asked me to give it up.
Voted. Yes, chickpeas are great, aren't they? I always think that houmous and falafel are a godsend to us vegans, particularly for sandwich fillings. I also love making crepes from chickpea flour. As Akanksha says, it can cause indigestion, so if you add a pinch of asafoetida, it helps to resolve that.
This is a good blog. Voted and added you to my bloggers. As Askanksha said, you just got to be a little careful with gas. Agreed. Everything in moderation.
Vote #9! Yes! Garbanzos are awesome! We make hummus all the time... Come check out my post "Egg Substitutes for Vegans" and vote if you like.
