Chickpeas are a healthy, long-lasting food with many nutritional benefits.
The nutritional benefits of chickpeas
Among the nutritional properties of chickpeas, keep in mind its richness in vegetable proteins, vitamins, minerals, and fiber, all without cholesterol. So in short, this means that this legume which satisfies even the biggest appetites – difficult in fact to eat a jar of chickpeas without taking a break, while a packet of chips is finished so quickly – prolongs the feeling of satiety thanks to its fibers (bye bye cravings), which also have a positive effect on transit. And as we move less during confinement, transit could be affected, with all the associated inconveniences. Chickpeas = vegetable proteins + fiber + vitamins + nutrients (manganese and copper which have an antioxidant action) among other benefits.
Also, keep in mind that chickpeas are a good source of iron, which is ideal when you are anemic. And to better assimilate this iron of plant origin, we combine it with vitamin C (lemon or orange juice for example).
How to cook chickpeas?
Chickpeas can be bought raw and dried, or cooked in jars or cans. The taste does not differ between these two products, it is just the preparation time of the dish that will lengthen. For those in a hurry, already cooked chickpeas are perfect. Simply mixed into quick hummus, cold in a vinegar salad, or hot combined with semolina, they satisfy all our desires.
To get inspired and enjoy yourself in these complicated times, while taking care of your body, here are some well-thought-out recipes with this ingredient.
Almond and granola hummus
- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Almond and granola hummus
Roasted chicken breasts with fennel and chickpeas

- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 20 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Roasted chicken breasts with fennel and chickpeas
Gigli with chickpeas and zaatar

- 4 people
- Level: Easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Gigli with chickpeas and zaatar
Fresh goat cheese and coriander hummus

- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Fresh goat cheese and coriander hummus
Sweet Potato and Bean Soup

- 6 persons
- Level: Easy
- 15 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Sweet Potato and Bean Soup
Chickpea mushroom oat veggie burger

- 6 persons
- Level: Easy
- 25 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Chickpea mushroom and oat veggie burger
Pink beetroot hummus

- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Pink hummus with beetroot
Pasta and chickpea soup

- 6 persons
- Level: Easy
- 25 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Pasta and chickpea soup
Arugula Minestrone

- 6 persons
- Level: Easy
- 15 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Minestrone with arugula
Indian chickpea and red onion salad

- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 20 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Indian chickpea and red onion salad
Chickpea and spinach pasta

- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 20 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Chickpea and spinach pasta
Paupiettes, blond pea risotto, crosnes and fresh mushrooms

- 4 people
- Level: Easy
- 25 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Paupiettes, blond pea risotto, crosnes and fresh mushrooms
Persian yogurt soup

- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Persian yogurt soup
Chickpea cream with zaatar

- 6 persons
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Chickpea cream with zaatar
Harira soup

- 4 people
- Level: Easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Pretty expensive
- See the recipe: Harira soup
Chickpea salad with cod and coriander

- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 15 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Chickpea salad with cod and coriander
Buddha bowl millet and chickpeas

- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 30 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Buddha bowl with millet and chickpeas
Curried cauliflower, crispy chickpeas and quinoa

- 4 people
- Level: Easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Curried cauliflower, crispy chickpeas and quinoa
Vegetable couscous, bulgur and merguez

- 4 people
- Level: Easy
- 30 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Vegetable couscous, bulgur and merguez
Chicken thighs with coconut milk, eggplant and chickpeas

- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 15 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Chicken thighs with coconut milk, eggplant and chickpeas
Winter minestrone of chickpeas, spinach and root vegetables

- 4 people
- Level: Easy
- 20 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Winter minestrone of chickpeas, spinach and root vegetables
Chickpea puree and candied tomatoes

- 6 persons
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Chickpea puree and candied tomatoes
Like a lamb chorba

- 6 persons
- Level: Easy
- 20 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Like a lamb chorba
Koshari

- 6 persons
- Level: Very easy
- 30 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Koshari
Baked falafel

- 6 persons
- Level: Easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Baked falafel
Chickpeas with black pudding

- 6 persons
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Chickpeas with black pudding
Sweet Potato Hummus

- 4 people
- Level: Very easy
- 10 minutes of preparation
- Cheap
- See the recipe: Sweet Potato Hummus