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Crunchy roasted chickpeas with colorful sugar coating
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (small) of Colored sugar-coated roasted chickpeas (30 g) has 124 calories. That works out to 412 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.4 g of carbs, 2.9 g of protein, 2.1 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (small) · 30 g
124
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
22.4g
· 8% DV
Protein
2.9g
· 6% DV
Fat
2.1g
· 3% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 75% · Protein 10% · Fat 15%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 124 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.1 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.22 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 35 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22.4 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% |
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 serving (small) | 30 g | 124 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 3 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 8 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 62 kcal |
| 10 piece (small) | 30 g | 124 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 40 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 206 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 412 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 120 g | 494 kcal |
Calculated from 412 calories per 100 g.
Colored sugar-coated roasted chickpeas are crunchy roasted chickpeas covered in a hard, colorful sugar shell. The chickpea gives the center its roasted flavor, while the coating adds sweetness and the bright appearance.
They are made by coating roasted chickpeas with a sugar mixture and letting the outer layer set firm. The chickpeas need to keep moving as the coating builds so they do not clump together.
They have a roasted chickpea center, but the sweet, crunchy shell changes the overall taste considerably. Expect a mix of roasted and sugary flavors rather than the savory taste of plain chickpeas.
The coating can crack if the chickpeas are knocked around, squeezed in a bag, or handled roughly. A crack exposes the roasted chickpea underneath; it does not necessarily mean the snack has gone bad.
No. Jordan almonds are almonds covered in a hard sugar shell, while colored sugar-coated roasted chickpeas have roasted chickpeas inside. They may look similar, but the center and its flavor are different.
Yes, you can make them at home by coating roasted chickpeas in cooked sugar and allowing the shell to harden. Getting an even coating without the chickpeas sticking together takes care, and hot sugar can cause serious burns.
Keep colored sugar-coated roasted chickpeas in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Moisture can make the sugar shell sticky or soft, so avoid leaving the package open or storing it somewhere humid.
They can become sticky when moisture reaches the sugar shell, especially after the package has been left open. Seal them in a dry, airtight container to help preserve the crisp coating.
Both layers contribute: the chickpea is roasted and firm, and the sugar coating hardens into a crisp shell. If the snack is exposed to humidity, the outer shell may soften even while the chickpea remains firm.
Yes, their bright colors and small, crunchy pieces make colored sugar-coated roasted chickpeas a popular choice for candy bowls and party favors. Keep them sealed until serving so the sugar shell stays crisp.
Vitamins
Folate
11.4µg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.63µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
50mg · 7% DV
Magnesium
16mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
74mg · 2% DV
Sodium
35mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 124 calories in 1 serving (small) (30 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.
Colored sugar-coated roasted chickpeas combine crunchy, roasted chickpeas with a brightly coloured sugar shell. They are a familiar sweet snack in Turkey, often found in nut shops and confectionery selections. The chickpeas bring a toasted, earthy flavour beneath the coating’s straightforward sweetness.
They’re usually eaten by the handful as a treat, shared from a small bowl, or served alongside tea; they can also be enjoyed with coffee. The coating makes them carbohydrate-heavy, while the chickpeas contribute some protein and fibre—about 9.8 g of protein per 100 g. For a less sugary snack, keep the portion modest and pair it with an unsweetened drink.
Low
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 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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.22g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.47g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 37:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (37:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.