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How Do You Store Opened Chickpeas?

By | All About Chickpeas

Many people open a can of chickpeas and don’t use the whole can. So how do you store the leftover chickpeas? You should first remove the chickpeas from the can, rinse and drain them. Then, put them in an airtight container and drizzle with a little olive oil to keep…

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Roasted Cumin and Chickpea Salad

By | Recipes, Soups/Salads

Roasted Cumin and Chickpea Salad 3/4 tsp cumin 2 Tbsp lime juice 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 small red onion, chopped 1 celery rib, sliced 1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped 1 can (16 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1/4 cup crumbled feta…

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Chickpea And Mint Rice

By | All About Chickpeas

Ingredients: 1 cup rice, washed and soaked; 1/2 cup boiled white chick peas; 1/2 cup chopped mixed vegetables; 1/2 cup onions, sliced; 1/2 tsp chopped garlic; 1 bay leaf; 1/4 cup mint leaves, chopped; 1/2 tsp lemon juice; 1 tsp oil; salt to taste Directions: Heat the oil in a…

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Chickpea Crab Cake

By | All About Chickpeas

Ingredients 1 cup dried chickpeas 1 ½ cups finely chopped onion (1 medium onion) 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1/2 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, or ¼ cup of each, chopped ½ teaspoon baking powder 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 1/2 teaspoon  salt…

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Hummus Healthy Lunch For Students

By | All About Chickpeas

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — It’s back to school for a lot of kids, and it’s important to make sure they’re eating healthy away from the home. Natalie Kane talked with chef Jeff Cruz from Life Cafe at Life Time Fitness for quick and healthy meal ideas. Cruz said the key is…

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Warm Chickpea And Tomato Salad

By | All About Chickpeas

Ingredients 1 tsp ginger, finely chopped 1 tsp garlic, finely chopped 1 red onion, finely chopped 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp berbere or chili spices ½ cup chickpea flour 1 cup tomato juice 1 cup water 1 cup canned chickpeas, washed and drained 2 tomatoes, finely chopped (plus more…

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Chickpea Burgers

By | All About Chickpeas

Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 3 shallots, finely sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp cumin seeds 2 cans chickpeas, drained 1/2 cup chopped parsley 1/2 cup chopped coriander 1/4 cup chopped mint Juice of 1 lemon 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds salt and pepper to taste Direction In a…

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Shortage on Meat, Means Eat Vegan

By | All About Chickpeas

Leading scientists are claiming that the spiraling population will mean major meat shortages. Also, there will not be enough water by 2050 to grow crops based on our current diet.The report says dramatic cuts in our meat consumption are the only answer. ‘There will be just enough water if the…

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