Are chickpeas a good source of protein?

Yes, chickpeas are a great plant-based protein source.

Can I use canned chickpeas?

Absolutely, canned chickpeas are convenient and great for quick meals.

They can be served as a salad, side dish, or snack.

Legumes

Refreshing chickpeas tossed with zesty lemon and mint for a light, flavorful dish packed with protein.

100 g başına

120 kcal

1 cup cooked

197 kcal

(164 g)

Protein	Karbonhidrat	Yağ
6 g / 100g	20 g / 100g	3 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 18% · Carbs 61% · Fat 21%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 cup cooked (164 g, 197 kcal) is 10% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 cup cooked takes about 48 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Zesty Lemon Mint Chickpeas is number 3 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 156 kcal per 100 g.

Nutrition data updated June 13, 2026.

8/10

High in protein and fiber, great for satisfying hunger.

Are chickpeas a good source of protein?: Yes, chickpeas are a great plant-based protein source.
Can I use canned chickpeas?: Absolutely, canned chickpeas are convenient and great for quick meals.
How can I enjoy these chickpeas?: They can be served as a salad, side dish, or snack.

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