: an Asian herb (Cicer arietinum) of the legume family cultivated for its short pods with one or two seeds
also
: its seed
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To achieve those goals, McGreevy said USA Pulses is working to effect public policy changes such as the new dietary guidelines and also collaborate with food manufacturers on ready-to-eat products incorporating pulses, such as lentil and chickpea pastas.
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Joe Hernandez, NPR, 18 May 2026
Per 1 cup cooked, chickpea pasta contains roughly 190–220 calories, 30–35g of carbs, 12–15g of protein, 8–10g of fiber and 3–4g of fat.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 18 May 2026
Whole wheat and chickpea versions offer real nutritional advantages over refined white pasta, and even classic spaghetti can fit into a balanced diet when paired with vegetables, lean protein and a sensible sauce.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 18 May 2026
In addition to protein, chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans) contain folate, iron, phosphorus, potassium, and magnesium.
—Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 17 May 2026
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Joe Hernandez, NPR, 18 May 2026
Per 1 cup cooked, chickpea pasta contains roughly 190–220 calories, 30–35g of carbs, 12–15g of protein, 8–10g of fiber and 3–4g of fat.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 18 May 2026
Whole wheat and chickpea versions offer real nutritional advantages over refined white pasta, and even classic spaghetti can fit into a balanced diet when paired with vegetables, lean protein and a sensible sauce.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 18 May 2026
In addition to protein, chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans) contain folate, iron, phosphorus, potassium, and magnesium.
—Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 17 May 2026
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“Chickpea.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chickpea. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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chickpea
noun
chick·pea
ˈchik-ˌpē 
: an Asian herb of the legume family cultivated for its short pods with one or two edible seeds
also
: its seed
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