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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Chickpeas in pepper sauce (180 g) has 295 calories. That works out to 164 calories per 100 g. It contains 40.3 g of carbs, 12.2 g of protein, 10.1 g of fat and 11 g of fiber. Its 0.6 mg of Copper covers 62% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 33 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
295
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
40.3g
· 15% DV
Protein
12.2g
· 24% DV
Fat
10.1g
· 13% DV
Fiber
11g
· 39% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 16% · Fat 30%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 295 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.1 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 1.33 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 513 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 40.3 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 11 g | 39% |
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% |
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) | 180 g | 295 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 90 g | 148 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 246 kcal |
| ½ bottle (half) | 200 g | 328 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 410 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 270 g | 443 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 400 g | 656 kcal |
Calculated from 164 calories per 100 g.
Chickpeas in pepper sauce are made with chickpeas and a sauce built around peppers, often with onion, garlic, tomato or tomato paste, and oil. Recipes vary: some use sweet roasted peppers, while others add hot peppers or spices for a stronger kick.
To make chickpeas in pepper sauce, soften chopped onion and peppers in oil, stir in tomato or tomato paste if using, then add cooked chickpeas and a little water. Simmer until the sauce thickens and coats the chickpeas.
Chickpeas in pepper sauce are not necessarily spicy. The heat comes from the type and amount of hot pepper, not from chickpeas themselves. Use sweet bell peppers for a mild version, or add chili gradually and taste as the sauce cooks.
Bell peppers give chickpeas in pepper sauce a sweet, mellow base, while roasted red peppers add a deeper, smoky flavor. Add fresh chili or hot pepper flakes only if you want heat; combining sweet peppers with a little chili keeps the sauce balanced.
Chickpeas in pepper sauce pair well with rice, flatbread, couscous, or a simple green salad. Serve them over a grain to make the sauce go further, or add a cooling yogurt-based side if the pepper sauce is hot.
Yes, canned chickpeas work well in chickpeas in pepper sauce. Drain and rinse them, then add them after the peppers and sauce have cooked; simmer just long enough to heat them through so they keep their shape.
Chickpeas in pepper sauce keep for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Cool the dish promptly before storing it, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat, adding a splash of water if the sauce has thickened.
Yes, chickpeas in pepper sauce can be frozen in airtight, meal-sized containers. Thaw them in the refrigerator and reheat gently on the stove; the chickpeas may be softer after freezing, but stirring them into the sauce helps preserve the dish's texture.
To thicken chickpeas in pepper sauce, simmer it uncovered until excess liquid evaporates. You can also mash a few chickpeas into the sauce, which thickens it without adding another ingredient; avoid a rapid boil, which can break up the rest.
Yes, chickpeas in pepper sauce can be made without tomatoes. Cook the peppers and onions until soft, then blend some of them with a little cooking liquid for a thicker base; roasted peppers can add depth without tomato or tomato paste.
Vitamins
Folate
189µg · 47% DV
Vitamin C
33.12mg · 37% DV
B6
0.43mg · 25% DV
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.56mg · 62% DV
Manganese
1.37mg · 60% DV
Phosphorus
227mg · 32% DV
Sodium
513mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
567mg · 17% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 295 calories in 1 cup (medium) (180 g):
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Chickpeas in pepper sauce is a homestyle dish of tender chickpeas cooked or served with a sauce made chiefly from peppers. The chickpeas stay soft but substantial, while the sauce can range from mild and sweet to more piquant. It fits naturally into Turkish-style cooking, where pulses are often served as part of a simple, filling meal.
Serve it warm with rice, bulgur or bread, either as a meat-free main or alongside other dishes. Chickpeas bring plant-based protein and fibre, making this a satisfying option for vegetarian and vegan tables. For a lighter plate, keep the added oil modest and pair it with a crisp salad or plain yogurt if you eat dairy.
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.
High
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.33g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.31g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.38g
Omega 6:3 ratio 25:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (25:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.