Legumes, Nuts, and Seeds / Beans
Chickpea, cnd Nutrition Facts
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Calories | 132kcal / 2530kcal (5%) |
Macronutrients
Total Fat | 2.4 g/ 42g (5%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbohydrates | 20.1 g/ 348g (5%) | ||||||
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Protein | 7.4 g/ 71g (10%) | ||||||
Vitamins
Vitamin A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vitamin C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Vitamin B1 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vitamin B2 | 0.06 mg/ 1mg (4%) |
Vitamin B3 | 0.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (1%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 61 mg/ 750mg (8%) |
Iron | 1.5 mg/ 12mg (12%) |
Phosphorus | 73 mg/ 700mg (10%) |
Sodium | 229 mg/ 1500mg (15%) |
Some descriptions on this page are generated with AI assistance to make nutrition information easier to understand. Nutritional data comes from trusted sources like DOST-FNRI and USDA.
What is this food?
AI-assisted Chickpeas (canned), a type of legume. In about 100 g, it provides plant-based protein, carbohydrates, and a good amount of dietary fiber.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted Chickpeas help support steady energy because they have carbs plus fiber (6 g), which can help you feel full longer. The protein content supports muscle maintenance, especially when you eat it alongside rice and vegetables. They’re also relatively low in fat (2.4 g) with low saturated fat (0.19 g). Watch the sodium (229 mg) since canned versions can add salt—this matters if you’re aiming to keep your sodium intake balanced. The sugar (3.7 g) is naturally present in the food, and the fiber helps slow how quickly sugar affects your blood sugar.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted - For meals: pair chickpeas with non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, carrots, cabbage) and a sensible serving of rice or bread.
- For snacks: try chickpeas as part of a small bowl with veggies or as hummus with whole-grain crackers.
- If using canned chickpeas, rinse and drain to reduce sodium.
- Portion guide: aim for about 1/2 to 1 cup cooked chickpeas per meal depending on your overall plate (rice + ulam + gulay).
- Balance your day: keep chickpeas as your protein choice for one of your 3 full meals, and use lighter snacks (fruit, yogurt, nuts in small portions) for the rest.
Common Filipino dishes
Hummus (Filipino-style), Ginataang munggo with vegetables (swap with chickpeas if preferred), Chickpea salad with tomatoes and onions, Chickpea curry (adapted), Mixed vegetable stew with chickpeas
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