If you are someone that tends to gravitate towards crunchy and salty snacks, then this is the perfect snack or side dish for you.
Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans are incredibly versatile and can be used to make hummus, can be added to stir-fries or soups, or can be a protein addition to any salad.
Chickpeas boast many health benefits thanks to their high vitamin, protein, and fibre content. Due to their high protein content they will help with satiety and won’t promote food cravings unlike other salty and crunchy snacks.
They are also a rich source of calcium and magnesium, which aids in bone health. Garbanzo beans also have been shown to help with blood sugar regulation and insulin secretion. In a world where diabetes and other inflammatory disease are on the rise, we need to be focusing on small changes to our diet that lead to big results. Make this substitution today and throw away unhealthy, high processed snack foods for good.
Crispy Chickpeas
1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed well
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Pinch of sea salt
Drizzle olive oil in a pan and add chickpeas. Toss chickpeas with olive oil and season with sea salt. Sauté chickpeas over medium heat, stirring regularly. Cook until crispy. Serve warm.
I challenge you to find ways to add chickpeas to your diet. Leave a comment below telling us about your favourite way to prepare chickpeas!
Simply Health,
Cindy Richardson, Program Developer
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