: an Asian herb (Cicer arietinum) of the legume family cultivated for its short pods with one or two seeds
also
: its seed
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Legumes: Beans, peas, lentils, chickpeas, and soy provide protein and fiber to keep you full.
Fish: Try to consume one to two servings of fatty fish (such as salmon, mackerel, and tuna) per week.
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Carrie Madormo, Rn, Mph, Verywell Health, 9 Sep. 2024
If your child favors Cheetos and the like, Castle says these chickpea puffs are a good stand-in.
—Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 18 Sep. 2024
Roast chickpeas by buying them dry, soaking them overnight and putting them into a low-temperature oven.
—September 6, NPR, 6 Sep. 2024
These seasoned chickpeas deliver 9 g of protein and 4.5 g of sugar.10
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—Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 2 Sep. 2024
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Carrie Madormo, Rn, Mph, Verywell Health, 9 Sep. 2024
If your child favors Cheetos and the like, Castle says these chickpea puffs are a good stand-in.
—Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 18 Sep. 2024
Roast chickpeas by buying them dry, soaking them overnight and putting them into a low-temperature oven.
—September 6, NPR, 6 Sep. 2024
These seasoned chickpeas deliver 9 g of protein and 4.5 g of sugar.10
3.
—Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 2 Sep. 2024
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chickpea
noun
chick·pea
ˈchik-ˌpē 
: an Asian herb of the legume family cultivated for its short pods with one or two edible seeds
also
: its seed
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