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Source of plant protein and fiber
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Spiced pan-cooked chickpeas (150 g) has 282 calories. That works out to 188 calories per 100 g. It contains 41.1 g of carbs, 13.1 g of protein, 8 g of fat and 10.6 g of fiber. Its 1.6 mg of Manganese covers 68% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
282
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
41.1g
· 15% DV
Protein
13.1g
· 26% DV
Fat
8g
· 10% DV
Fiber
10.6g
· 38% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 18% · Fat 25%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 282 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.08 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 360 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 41.1 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% |
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% |
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 (medium) | 150 g | 282 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 28 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (medium) | 45 g | 85 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 85 g | 160 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 188 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 170 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 414 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 250 g | 470 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 255 g | 479 kcal |
Calculated from 188 calories per 100 g.
To make spiced pan-cooked chickpeas, drain and dry cooked chickpeas, then toss them in a hot pan with a little oil and your chosen spices. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until hot and lightly browned on the outside.
For crispier spiced pan-cooked chickpeas, dry them thoroughly before cooking and spread them out so the pan is not crowded. Let them brown over medium heat, turning occasionally. They will soften as they sit, so serve them soon after cooking.
Cumin, smoked or sweet paprika, black pepper, and garlic powder all work well in spiced pan-cooked chickpeas. Add cayenne for heat or ground coriander for a citrusy note. Mix the spices with a little oil so they coat the chickpeas evenly.
Yes, canned chickpeas work well for spiced pan-cooked chickpeas. Drain and rinse them, then dry them thoroughly before adding them to the pan so they brown instead of steaming. Taste before adding salt, since canned chickpeas may already be salty.
Yes, dried chickpeas must be fully cooked before you make spiced pan-cooked chickpeas; the pan is not enough to soften them. Soak dried chickpeas, boil them until tender, drain them, and dry them before seasoning and pan-cooking.
Spiced pan-cooked chickpeas usually stick when the pan is not hot enough, is overcrowded, or has too little oil. Use a well-heated nonstick or seasoned pan, add the chickpeas in a single layer, and let them brown briefly before turning.
Spiced pan-cooked chickpeas keep in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Let them cool before storing to limit trapped steam, which softens their exterior. Reheat them in a skillet if you want to restore some crispness.
Reheat spiced pan-cooked chickpeas in a skillet over medium heat, stirring for a few minutes until warmed through. A microwave is quicker but tends to make them softer. Add a small splash of oil only if they begin sticking.
Serve spiced pan-cooked chickpeas with a crisp salad, rice, flatbread, or a cooling yogurt sauce. They also work as a topping for grain bowls and roasted vegetables; a squeeze of lemon and fresh herbs brighten their savory spices.
Yes, spiced pan-cooked chickpeas make a filling snack because chickpeas provide plant protein and fiber. For a lighter homemade version, use only enough oil to coat them and season with herbs and spices rather than relying heavily on salt.
Vitamins
Folate
222µg · 56% DV
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
B6
0.22mg · 13% DV
Vitamin E
1.35mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.58mg · 69% DV
Copper
0.57mg · 63% DV
Phosphorus
248mg · 35% DV
Iron
4.2mg · 23% DV
Sodium
360mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
435mg · 13% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 282 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):
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Spiced pan-cooked chickpeas are made by tossing cooked chickpeas in a pan with oil and seasonings. They are a flexible home-cooked dish rather than a recipe tied to one place: cumin, paprika, chilli, garlic or herbs can all shape the flavour.
The chickpeas are usually served warm, lightly browned outside and tender within. Across the Mediterranean and Middle East they work as a snack, side dish or part of a mezze spread; elsewhere, they are easy to add to grain bowls, salads or wraps. They provide plant protein and fibre, with 7.1 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter version, use just enough oil to coat the chickpeas and finish with lemon and fresh herbs.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.97g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 25.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (25.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.