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Vitacost Gluten Free Non-GMO Garbanzo Beans
Everyone knows garbanzo beans make a great hummus when pureed with garlic, lemon juice, salt and tahini – but there's more to this rotund legume than meets the pita chip.
Did you know that garbanzo beans (or chickpeas, as they're commonly called) have been cultivated for thousands of years? Over the centuries, they've been consumed in a variety of forms – raw, roasted, cooked, boiled, pureed and even brewed into a coffee-like drink.
Garbanzo beans are packed with plant-powered nutrition – just one ¼-cup serving provides 4 grams of filling fiber and 7 grams of satisfying protein; it's no surprise that these legumes are beloved by vegetarians, dieters and foodies alike.
Get Cookin'! Delicious Ways to Enjoy Garbanzo Beans
- Classic Hummus: Puree cooked garbanzos with garlic, lemon juice, tahini, and salt for the perfect dip
- Salad Topper: Add to green salads for extra protein and texture
- Soups & Stews: Enhance your favorite savory soups with hearty garbanzo beans
- Roasted Snack: Drizzle with coconut oil, honey and cinnamon and roast until crispy
- Homemade Falafel: Blend with herbs and spices for delicious Middle Eastern falafel
Preparation Directions
Sorting & Soaking: Carefully sort beans, removing any debris or shriveled beans, and rinse thoroughly. Cover with cold water and soak overnight (6-12 hours); drain and rinse before cooking.
Quick Soak Method: Cover beans with 2 inches of water, boil for 2 minutes, remove from heat, cover and let stand for 1 hour; drain and rinse before cooking.
Cooking: Add beans to a large pot, cover with water, bring water to a boil and reduce to a simmer, cooking until tender (approximately 2 hours). Drain beans and prepare as desired. If reserving for later use, salt to taste and refrigerate.
Storage: Keep dry and at room temperature (59°-75°F [15°-24°C]).
About Vitacost
Vitacost nutritional products are manufactured to high standards of quality, efficacy and safety. Each Vitacost product meets or exceeds the standards and requirements set forth in the FDA's Code of Federal Regulation (21 CFR, 111) Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 | |
| Total Fat | 2 g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 10 mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22 g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber | 4 g | 15% |
| Total Sugars | 4 g | |
| Includes Added Sugars | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 7 g | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 250 mg | 6% |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
Garbanzo beans. That's it! 100% pure, natural garbanzo beans with nothing added.
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