Plant Source
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.

Boiled Chickpeas

Chickpeas (garbanzo beans, bengal gram), mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt

Low FatHigh FiberLow Sugar
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8.9g
Protein per 100g
164
Calories
2.6g
Total Fat
27.4g
Carbs

Quality Score

Protein Energy
Moderate
22%
of calories from protein

Moderate. You're getting protein, but also plenty of carbs or fats.

Fat Ratio
3.4
grams protein per 1g fat

Moderate. Contains a fair amount of fat.

Calories for 30g
555
calories

Pricey. You have to eat 555 calories just to get your protein.

Health & Recovery Profile

Heart Health

Heart Friendly

"Very low in saturated fat."

Saturated Fat (Limit)0.269g / 20g*
Cholesterol (Limit)0mg / 300mg*
Healthy Fats (Mono + Poly)1.7g / ~60g*
Beneficial fats.

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Muscle & Electrolytes

Good for Recovery
Sodium
7mg
Electrolyte
Potassium
291mg
Electrolyte
Magnesium
48mg
Recovery
Iron
2.89mg
Energy
*Electrolytes support hydration and muscle contraction.
Cooking Effect

Cooking dilutes protein by absorbing ~58% water

Compare Cooked vs Raw
Raw
21.3g
Cooked
8.9g
Source: USDA FoodData Central
Verified: 2025-12-14