Chickpea characteristics

• Excellent source of plant protein
• Rich in fibre
• Promotes intestinal transit
• Increases satiety
• Maintains cardiovascular health

Nutritional and caloric values of chickpeas

100g cooked chickpeas:

• Calories: 147
• Protein: 8.31g
• Carbohydrates: 17,7g
• Lipids: 3g
• Fibre: 8.2 g

Among the nutrients contained in chickpeas in good quantities, we can mention the following:

• Manganese
• Copper
• Folate
• Phosphorus
• Iron
• Zinc
• Magnesium
• Potassium
• Selenium
• Vitamin B1
• Vitamin B2
• Vitamin B6

The benefits of chickpeas

Chickpeas are widely recognised for their many health benefits. In addition to promoting satiety and intestinal transit, it is an excellent ally for maintaining cardiovascular health and also helps to prevent various diseases. It is also an excellent source of plant protein, making it an interesting alternative to animal products.

• Rich in vegetable protein
• Cardiovascular health
• Effect on intestinal flora
• Diabetes control
• Excellent source of fibre

Contraindications and allergies

Although chickpeas are excellent for health, they can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. It can also cause digestive problems (flatulence, diarrhoea, etc.) in people with irritable bowel syndrome.