These Organic Canned Chickpeas are nutritious and delicious! They are certified organic and contain no added preservatives. They're also gluten-free, low in sodium, and an excellent source of Fiber, Protein and Iron. These Dunya Harvest Canned Organic Chickpeas are the perfect item in your pantry for a quick, nutritious meal!
Ingredients: Organic Chickpeas, Water, Sea Salt.
Packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat and milk products.
Organic Chickpeas - Tips and Information
Healthy Facts:
- Chickpeas are gluten-free and low in fat.
- According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, a vegetarian-based diet can help reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke by contributing to lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol, and lower weight.
- Chickpeas are good sources of both soluble and insoluble fiber. A high fiber diet has been shown to reduce cholesterol and blood pressure, improve digestion, help to lower blood sugar levels, and contribute to healthy weight.
- Chickpeas are a good source of folate, an important nutrient for heart health. Folate supports cardiovascular health by breaking down homocysteine, too much of which is associated with heart disease and stroke.
Cool Facts:
- Chickpeas are also popularly known as garbanzo beans.
- Chickpea flour can be used as a thickener in sauces instead of wheat flour.
- In Latin, Chickpeas are called cicer arietinum. Arietinum means 'ram's head' and if you look closely, that's what a dried chickpea looks like.
- Chickpeas are also popularly known as garbanzo beans.
- Chickpea flour can be used as a thickener in sauces instead of wheat flour.