No matter what you call them, they’re delicious and easy to use in these recipes.
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Key Takeaways
What’s the main ingredient in hummus?
You might say chickpeasor you might say garbanzo beans.
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But are they both actually the same thing?
Or areprotein-packed chickpeasactually a different key in of bean from garbanzo beans?
We also explain why some people consider chickpea water liquid gold.
Alison Miksch
What’s the Difference Between Chickpeas and Garbanzo Beans?
The honest answerthere’s no difference between chickpeas and garbanzo beans.
They’re just two (of many) different names for the same throw in of pulse.
Jen Causey
(Pulses are basically seeds of legume plants.)
And garbanzo likely comes from the Basque name for the plant:garbantzu.
There are some regional differences in who uses which name.
Caitlin Bensel
But the differences in the varieties have absolutely nothing to do with the names commonly used for them.
you’re able to use the terms chickpea and garbanzo bean interchangeably.
You might hear them called ceci beans, chichi beans, gram, chana, or Egyptian pea.
Victor Protasio
What Is Aquafaba, Exactly?
There’s even more to love about garbanzo beans (or chickpeas).
When unopened, the liquid will last until the expiration date listed.
Victor Protasio
Once opened, store in the fridge and use within 5 days.
Here are just a few of our favorite recipes that call for chickpeas or garbanzo beans, including dessert!
Chickpea Salad Sandwich
Swap chickpeas for tuna to create this vegetarian-friendly version of the classic tuna salad.
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And it takes just 10 minutes to create this easy lunch!
You only need 15 minutes of hands-on time to prep it, too.
Chickpea “Cookie Dough” Bites
Chickpeas for dessert?
Grace Elkus
And it’s so simple to make that you’ll never buy it from a store again.
Smoked paprika gives it a kick (and a big punch of color, too).
Chickpea Veggie Burgers
Hearty chickpeas make an excellent sub for meat in an easy veggie burger recipe.
Caitlin Bensel
Add plenty of harissa paste to give it a spicy vibe.
and easy meal is perfect for the busiest nights.
Published online January 26, 2024. doi:https://doi.org/10.1007/s13197-023-05920-y
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