Vitacost Garbanzo Beans - Non-GMO and Gluten Free Description

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

Non-GMO project Verified
No additives or preservatives
Gluten free & vegan
Use in salads, soups and creamy spreads
Combine with fresh garlic, lemon juice, salt and tahini to make hummus
8 grams of protein + 14 grams of dietary fiber per ¼ cup
No cholesterolEveryone knows garbanzo beans make a great hummus when pureed with garlic, lemon juice, salt 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. Garbanzo beans are packed with plant-powered nutrition just one ¼-cup serving provides 14 grams of filling fiber and 8 grams of satisfying protein; it’s no surprise that these legumes are beloved by vegetarians, dieters and foodies alike.Get cookin''! Soak overnight, rinse and combine 1 cup garbanzo beans with 4 cups water (enough to cover the beans completely) in a large pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 80-90 minutes. Once cooked, there are many ways to enjoy 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 falafel!About VitacostVitacost 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
Keep dry and at room temperature (59°-75°F [15°-24°C]).Free OfGluten.
Disclaimer These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1/4 Cup (Approx 45 g)
Servings per Container: 10
Amount Per Serving% Daily Value
Calories160
Calories from Fat20
Total Fat2 g3%
Saturated Fat0 g0%
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg0%
Sodium25 mg1%
Total Carbohydrate29 g10%
Dietary Fiber14 g56%
Sugars1 g
Protein8 g
Vitamin A0%
Vitamin C0%
Calcium6%
Iron10%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Other Ingredients: Garbanzo beans (chickpeas).

Warnings
Manufactured in facility that also processes milk, soy and wheat.
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