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Source of fiber and plant protein
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Chickpea corn soup (240 g) has 163 calories. That works out to 68 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.6 g of carbs, 7.4 g of protein, 3.1 g of fat and 6.7 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 38 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
163
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
27.6g
· 10% DV
Protein
7.4g
· 15% DV
Fat
3.1g
· 4% DV
Fiber
6.7g
· 24% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 66% · Protein 18% · Fat 16%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 163 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.1 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.43 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 564 mg | 25% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27.6 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% |
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 163 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 136 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 250 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 300 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 272 kcal |
Calculated from 68 calories per 100 g.
Chickpea corn soup is usually made with chickpeas, corn, onion, and broth or water. Depending on the recipe, it may also include carrots, garlic, herbs, or spices; there is no single fixed ingredient list.
To make chickpea corn soup, soften chopped onion in a little oil, then add cooked chickpeas, corn, and broth. Simmer until the flavors come together, season with salt and pepper, and finish with lemon or herbs if you like.
Yes, canned chickpeas work well in chickpea corn soup. Drain and rinse them first, then add them toward the end of cooking so they heat through without becoming overly soft.
Yes, chickpea corn soup can be frozen once cooled. Divide it into airtight, freezer-safe containers, leaving room for expansion; thaw it in the refrigerator and stir while reheating, adding a little broth if it has thickened.
Chickpea corn soup keeps for about 3 days in the refrigerator when stored in a covered container. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat until it is steaming hot throughout.
Cumin, black pepper, paprika, and chili flakes all work well in chickpea corn soup. Add cumin while the onion cooks for a deeper flavor, then finish with lemon juice or fresh herbs to brighten the sweet corn and earthy chickpeas.
You can blend chickpea corn soup, but it does not need to be fully smooth. Blend a portion and stir it back in for a thicker, creamier texture while keeping some whole chickpeas and corn for bite.
Crusty bread, a green salad, or a simple sandwich pairs well with chickpea corn soup. For a brighter finish, serve it with lemon wedges; a spoonful of yogurt can also complement the chickpeas and sweet corn.
Yes, frozen corn is convenient in chickpea corn soup and can usually go straight into the pot without thawing. Add it during simmering and cook until tender; canned corn works too, but should be drained first.
Chickpea corn soup does not have one widely recognized traditional Turkish recipe or a single regional origin. It is better understood as a home-style combination, with ingredients and seasoning varying from one cook to another.
Vitamins
Folate
76.8µg · 19% DV
B6
0.24mg · 14% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Biotin
2.88µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.31mg · 34% DV
Manganese
0.6mg · 26% DV
Sodium
564mg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
149mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
427mg · 13% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 163 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Chickpea corn soup brings together tender chickpeas and sweet corn in a savoury broth. It is a flexible home-style soup rather than a single fixed recipe; vegetables such as onion, carrot or celery and a range of herbs and spices can shape the flavour.
The chickpeas give the broth a hearty, soft texture, while the corn adds sweetness and a little bite. Serve it hot for lunch or a light supper, with bread, lemon or fresh herbs alongside. It provides fibre and plant protein. For a lighter bowl, use a modest amount of oil; add extra vegetables if you want more volume without making it feel heavy.
High
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.
NOVA 2
Minimally 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
0.43g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.15g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.77g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.