Chick
Peas
Chick
peas, also called garbanzo beans, are a must have item in every dieter's
pantry. A half cup of the hearty bean provides about 130 calories, almost 6
grams of fiber and 7 grams of filling protein.
If
you love the nutty taste of chick peas, you can eat them alone, but I usually
use them to make low-calorie hummus (without the tahini). You can also
add garbanzo beans to soups and salads or make chick pea poppers as a snack
that both you and your kids will love.
COMMENT: I didn't know what 'tahini' was so I looked it up. Its a Middle Eastern paste or sauce made from ground sesame seeds. I don't normally eat just plain chick peas but do enjoy hummus and it is filling. I enjoy it with celery, carrots and even cucumbers slices. I especially love it with pretzels. I'll just have to watch the ingredients to make sure it doesn't contain tahini.
COMMENT: I didn't know what 'tahini' was so I looked it up. Its a Middle Eastern paste or sauce made from ground sesame seeds. I don't normally eat just plain chick peas but do enjoy hummus and it is filling. I enjoy it with celery, carrots and even cucumbers slices. I especially love it with pretzels. I'll just have to watch the ingredients to make sure it doesn't contain tahini.
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