Beans, chick peas, Kabuli, split, dried, raw

These are dried, raw, split Kabuli chickpeas with the seed coat removed. They are pulses and mainly provide carbohydrate and protein, with some fat. Per 100g, they contain 50g of carbohydrate, 23g of protein and 5.4g of fat, and provide 1379 kJ of energy. These figures describe the dried product rather than chickpeas prepared for eating.

Protein supports the growth and repair of body tissues, while carbohydrate provides energy. Chickpeas also contain folate, which is needed for normal red blood cell formation. Dried chickpeas need cooking before eating and absorb water during preparation, so their nutrient content by weight changes. Added salt can also affect the salt content of the finished dish. Full nutrient figures are in the tables below.