Chickpeas are a type of legume also commonly known as Garbanzo Beans. They have come to the attention of healthy lifestyle enthusiasts largely thanks to their high protein content. This is also why vegans, vegetarians and other people who try to avoid consuming meat often include them in their regular diet. Some may be put off by the fact that chickpeas are ideally pre-soaked before cooking. However, this is something you can easily get used to. Alternatively, you can always skip this step by purchasing canned chickpeas in brine, or an RTE variant, which is prepared for immediate consumption.
One of the great advantages of chickpeas is their versatility in the kitchen. They can be used in both sweet and savoury dishes, as you can blend them into doughs and pastry fillings that result in delicious desserts with balanced nutritional profile. For example, how about some chickpea blondies? Savoury food lovers will not be disappointed either. You probably don’t need to be introduced to hummus, which can be prepared in a myriad of styles. Simply prepare your base with chickpeas and tahini, and leave all of the seasoning to your imagination. Moreover, chickpeas can be used to prepare a full-fledged main course, for example it can be goulash, paprikash, spreads, salads or soups. And if you are looking for some crunchy TV snack, then spice-roasted chickpeas are the perfect choice.
Chickpeas are quite simply a unique and delicious ingredient that should be among the essentials of everyone looking to keep a healthy diet.
Caesar salad is a classic dish that almost everyone knows. Give our vegetarian version a chance, where chickpeas have replaced the chicken. The result is a fresh and crunchy delicacy full of flavours.
In today’s recipe we rely on the perfect combination of curry paste, chickpeas, spices and coconut milk. To make the soup more nutritious, we added a serving of quinoa. Would you like it for lunch or dinner?
Chickpea paprikash counts among the delicious and nutritious lunches suitable for vegetarians and vegans. The creamy sauce with coconut milk goes well with rice and pasta. Enjoy!
Try a wonderful recipe for chickpea curry with tofu, which combines exceptional flavours and balanced nutritional values. Get to discover new combinations and treat yourself to this vegan delicacy for lunch or dinner.
Try an unconventional and nutritionally balanced salad made from black rice, chickpeas, mango and feta cheese. This delicacy offers a perfect harmony of flavours thanks to the superfine ingredients!
Treat your guests to tasty and healthy chocolate hummus with refreshing fruit and salty pretzels. A quick snack that will for sure be praised!
Prepare a delicious burger with crispy-baked chickpea patties which will delight your gourmet soul. Perfect healthy recipe for those who stand for the vegan diet!
Snack healthy with a simple recipe for creamy home-made hummus in 3 different ways. Enjoy it with fresh vegetables, crusty pastry, our your favourite crackers.
Healthy food lovers, gourmets, and those who appreciate good food, attention! Try the recipe for traditional hummus with chickpeas and beetroot which is a great example of a simple and delicious snack full of nutrients.
We love new tastes and cuisines of different countries! This time we tried a recipe from the Middle East, a falafel with our favourite hummus, which turned out perfectly!
