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High in protein and fiber, gluten-free snack
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Chickpea chips (30 g) has 129 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.6 g of carbs, 4.5 g of protein, 3.3 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chickpea chips are crisp, thin snacks made from chickpea flour or a chickpea-based dough, shaped into irregular pieces and baked or fried depending on the product. They have a mild, earthy legume flavour and a light, bubbled crunch; seasoned versions can be savoury or spicy. They work well in a snack bowl on their own, with a dip, or alongside sandwiches and salads. For English-speaking shoppers, they’re often an alternative to potato crisps, though recipes and textures vary by brand. Chickpea chips provide protein and fibre: per 100 g, they contain 15 g protein and 8 g fibre. Their crispness can make them easy to keep reaching for, so serve a small bowl rather than eating straight from the packet; hummus or a yoghurt dip makes an easy pairing.
Selected: 100 g
430
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
62g
· 23% DV
Protein
15g
· 30% DV
Fat
11g
· 14% DV
Fiber
8g
· 29% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 15% · Fat 24%
Vitamins
Folate
120µg · 30% DV
Biotin
8µg · 27% DV
B6
0.35mg · 21% DV
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
210mg · 30% DV
Sodium
480mg · 21% DV
Zinc
2mg · 18% DV
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 430 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 27.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (27.5:1).
Chickpea chips are usually made with chickpea flour or ground chickpeas, plus oil and seasonings. Some recipes also use starch or other flours, so the ingredients and texture vary between brands and homemade versions.
Chickpea chips can provide more protein and fiber than many potato chips, but they are still a snack and may contain substantial oil or salt. Compare the actual products rather than assuming every chickpea version is the lighter choice.
You can make chickpea chips by mixing chickpea flour with water, a little oil, and seasonings, then spreading the dough thinly and baking it until crisp. An even thickness helps the pieces cook at the same rate.
Chickpea chips usually have a mild, savory, slightly nutty flavor, though spices can make that taste subtle. Their texture is crisp and often lighter or more porous than a conventional potato chip.
Yes, chickpea chips can be cooked in an air fryer if the dough or pieces are thin enough to crisp through. Work in a single layer and check them as they cook, since small pieces can brown quickly.
Chickpea chips can be a filling snack because they contain protein and fiber, but they do not cause weight loss on their own. A modest portion is easier to fit into a weight-loss plan than eating straight from a large bag.
People with diabetes may be able to include chickpea chips, but the chips still contain carbohydrates and can affect blood glucose. Portion size and the rest of the meal matter; follow your individual diabetes meal plan.
Keep chickpea chips in an airtight container in a cool, dry place after opening. Moisture makes them lose their crunch, so avoid leaving the bag open; discard them if their smell or taste changes.
Chickpea chips go well with hummus, salsa, or a yogurt-based dip. Add dips just before serving, because leaving the chips submerged or in contact with a wet dip quickly makes them soft.
Yes, chickpea chips can stand in for crackers alongside dips or be crumbled over a salad like crunchy toppings. Add them just before eating so they stay crisp, and expect a stronger seasoning and a more irregular shape than standard croutons.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.