The Power of Pulses


Pulses are the dried seed of peas, edible beans, lentils and chickpeas and they’re very high in protein and fibre, and low in fat—a healthy addition to any meal.

Chickapea pasta is made from only organic chickpeas and lentils, which are both part of the pulse family.

When you eat a bowl of Chickapea, your body and taste buds will definitely be doing a happy dance! Check out our full Nutrition Label for all the details.

Take a look below at all the incredible health benefits associated with eating Chickapea pasta as a healthy source of pulses.

Super Nutritious

Chickapea is chock full of nutrients: complex carbs, thiamine, niacin, magnesium, iron, B vitamins, zinc, phosphorus and antioxidants. It’s also has prebiotics for a healthy gut and folate that aids in healthy pregnancy.

Protein Power

With 23 grams of protein per 3.5 oz (100 g) serving, Chickapea has as much protein as a 3 oz serving of salmon or chicken. Plus, it has 31% of your daily iron intake! Why is protein so important? Protein is made up of amino acids which help to build and repair body tissues, build antibodies and build strong muscles.

Full of Fibre

A single serving of Chickapea boasts 11 grams of fibre–nearly half of your daily recommended value. Fibre helps food move faster through our intestines and allows for better digestion, while enabling the body to absorb more of the nutrients. Fibre also controls the release of glucose into bloodstream. High-fibre foods help us stay regular, maintain a healthy weight, and ensure a healthy heart.

Heart Healthy

This high-fibre pasta will help lower cholesterol, may decrease heart disease and works to keep your heart healthy. Chickapea pasta also contains potassium, vitamin C and B-vitamins; all beneficial to support heart health.

Simply Made

Real ingredients, no artificial anything! Organic, gluten-free, non-GMO, vegan, Kosher – wholesome, healthy and tasty! Organic chickpeas and lentils – that’s it!

Add some pulses to your diet using Chickapea pasta as protein! For tons of great recipes and ways to elevate your pulse intake, visit Chickapea.com.

Tuscany is just 30 minutes away with this savoury al dente dish:

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Tuscan Spiral Pasta

Ingredients:

  • 1 Package Chickapea Spirals
  • 2 Tbsp table salt, (for boiling pasta)
  • 2 Tbsp avocado oil
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • ½ cup vegetable broth
  • 2 Tbsp coconut milk, full fat canned
  • ½ cup vegan cream cheese
  • 2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup kalamata olives, pitted and roughly chopped
  • ½ cup sundried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and sliced
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • ½ cup vegan parmesan cheese

Instructions:

  1. In a large pan warm the avocado oil over medium heat
  2. Add the garlic and stirring constantly, cook for 1 minute
  3. Spoon the full fat coconut milk, vegan cream cheese, lemon juice and vegetable broth into the pan, mix well to melt together
  4. Add the Italian seasoning and salt and pepper to taste
  5. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil
  6. Once boiling, reduce the heat and cook the sauce for 3-4 minutes stirring often to prevent it from catching
  7. Stir in the spinach, sun dried tomatoes and kalamata olives, mixing well until the spinach leaves have wilted
  8. Meanwhile, prepare Chickapea Spirals to package specifications (heat 16 cups of water and 2 Tbsp of salt in a large pot over high heat until boiling. Add the pasta to the water, decrease the heat to maintain a gentle boil. Stir and cook the pasta for 5 minutes)
  9. Dain the pasta and rinse with warm water
  10. Transfer the pasta to the sauce pan and toss the mixture gently to avoid breaking the noodles
  11. Plate each helping of the pasta and top with vegan parmesan cheese
  12. Enjoy!
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Chickapea is organic pasta made just from chickpeas and lentils! A healthy AND convenient choice for you and your family.