Vitacost Certified Organic Garbanzo Beans - Non-GMO and Gluten Free Description

Hailed for their starring role in hummus, garbanzo beans also called chickpeas add a creamy texture and mild, nutty flavor to your favorite salads, soups and spreads.

Non-BPA can lining
Organic & non-GMO
Low sodium
Gluten free & vegan
6 grams of protein + 6 grams of dietary fiber per ½ cup
No additives, preservatives or cholesterol
Use in salads, soups and creamy spreads
Combine with fresh garlic, lemon juice and tahini to make hummusEveryone knows garbanzo beans make a great hummus when pureed with garlic, lemon juice and tahini but there''s more to this rotund legume than meets the pita chip. Did you know that garbanzo beans (or chickpeas, as they''re commonly called) have been cultivated for thousands of years? Over the centuries, they''ve been consumed in a variety of forms raw, roasted, cooked, boiled, pureed and even brewed into a coffee-like drink.Beans are packed with plant-powered nutrition just one ½ cup serving of these organic garbanzos provides 6 grams of filling fiber and 6 grams of satisfying protein; it’s no surprise that these legumes are beloved by vegetarians, dieters and foodies alike. Aside from hummus, there are many ways to enjoy these canned garbanzos:
Use as topping for salad
Add to your favorite savory soup or stew
Drizzle with coconut oil, honey and cinnamon and roast in the oven
Make falafels!Compare to name brands If you like Eden Foods® Organic Garbanzo Beans, you’ll go crazy for this conveniently canned, low-sodium version from Vitacost®. About Vitacost Vitacost nutritional products are manufactured to high standards of quality, efficacy and safety. Each Vitacost product meets or exceeds the standards and requirements set forth in the FDA’s Code of Federal Regulation (21 CFR, 111) Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

Directions
On the stovetop, empty contents into a saucepan and simmer over medium heat for six minutes or until hot, stirring occasionally. In the microwave, empty contents into a microwave-safe bowl, cover loosely and microwave on high for three minutes, stir before serving. Note, microwave cooking times vary; please consult manufacturer''s instructions.Free OfGluten and GMOs.
Disclaimer These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1/2 Cup (130 g)
Servings per Container: About 3.5
Amount Per Serving% Daily Value
Calories120
Calories from Fat15
Total Fat2 g3%
Saturated Fat0 g0%
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg0%
Sodium85 mg4%
Total Carbohydrate20 g7%
Dietary Fiber6 g24%
Sugars1 g
Protein6 g
Vitamin A0%
Vitamin C0%
Calcium4%
Iron10%

Other Ingredients: Certified organic prepared garbanzo beans (chickpeas), water and sea salt.
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