Healthy Chickpeas: High-Protein, On-the-Go Legumes to Hit Your Macros This Ramadan

White Chickpeas have been consumed for thousands of years due to its high content of nutrients and high fiber content. They are considered a good source of protein that support your daily macros especially throughout Ramadan, when your body needs a more balanced diet after long fasting hours. Imagine eating a quick chickpea snack during evenings or breaking your fast with a bowl of chana chat can offer numerous health benefits. They offer a high content of fiber, vitamins, complex carbs that keeps you full, energetic, and fuller for a longer period of time. After fasting, the quick release of energy helps to maintain steady blood sugar levels and avoids quick hunger. Chickpeas are healthy, delicious, easy to make and considered the best options for Iftar and Sehri dishes.

In this blog, we will explore the nutritional benefits of chickpeas (White Channa) and what are their effects on the body especially during Ramadan. 

From Nutrition to Traditional Iftar Dishes: Why Chickpeas Belong in Every Ramzan Package

Chickpeas (White Chana) are considered staple food due to their high nutritional content and that's why people are using them for a long period of time especially in the Ramadan month.  Chickpeas contain high content of plant-based protein, dietary fiber, iron, and complex carbs, which helps to maintain your digestion especially after long fasting hours and also provides you with quick energy. They also contain low glycemic index that help to maintain your blood sugar levels especially for those people who are diabetic. Chickpeas are useful and adaptable in addition to being nutritious because they are frequently used in popular iftar meals like chana chaat, curries, stews, and salads. They are excellent at absorbing flavors and may be cooked in healthy or easy ways without compromising their health advantages. Himalayan Chef offers a Ramzan package in which you can get premium quality and discounted chickpeas at your doorstep without wasting your time by standing in lines at the supermarket for purchasing your groceries.

Why Chickpeas (White Chana) Are Among the Most Nutritious Staples for Ramadan Fasting & Iftar Meals

White chana is considered as a staple food that always comes first in the list when you are going to prepare your Ramadan meals and also it is available at every home. Chickpeas are perfect for making both pre and post iftar meals since they are naturally healthy, delicious, and simple to make. They can be cooked into hearty curries, soups, and gravies, must be used to add them in hummus for making smooth and creamy texture, or served in a spicy chaat. They are particularly best for preparing oil free, low calorie and heavy meals. You can add white Chickpeas in many meals including high protein salads, healthy wraps, patties, chana chat, and even as a crunchy and spicy snack. Incorporating chickpeas into Ramadan recipes maintains traditional flavors throughout the holy month and also adds balance in your diet, diversity, and nutrients.

Delicious Chickpeas Recipe for Ramzan

You can make a wide range of recipes with chickpeas especially for this Ramzan for boosting your health as one of them is listed below: 

High Protein Vegetarian Soup

Ingredients For the High Protein Vegetarian Soup 

• 2 tablespoons Himalayan Chef olive oil
• 1 medium chopped onion (about 1 cup)
• 3 cloves of garlic
• 2 medium carrots (diced into ¼-inch pieces)
• 2 celery stalks, diced (about 1 cup)
• 1 red bell pepper (diced)
• 6 cups low sodium vegetable broth
• 1 cup dried Himalayan Chef green pulses (rinsed) 
• 1 can (15 oz) Himalayan Chef premium chickpeas (rinsed)
• 1 can (15 oz) Himalayan Chef red beans  (rinsed)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Himalayan Chef pink salt (according to taste)
• ½ teaspoon Himalayan Chef black pepper
• 2 cups kale (stems removed and chopped)
• 1 cup green beans (trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces)
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)

Step By Step Instructions for Cooking Soup

Step 1: Firstly, take a large pot and add  Himalayan Chef Olive Oil  and turn on medium flame. Add chopped onions and minced garlic and stir it for almost 3-4 minutes until onion and garlic turn light brown then lower the flame. 

Step 2: Now add diced carrots, celery, and red bell pepper into the pot and sauté it for almost of about 5-6 minutes until all the vegetables turned golden and soft 

Step 3: Pour vegetable broth and also add all the Himalayan Chef green lentils ( Shelled Daal Mong ). Turn at higher flame for the boil and when the boil comes then turn at low flame for cooking lentils in a better way. Cover and cook for 18-20 minutes until the lentils get softer.

Step 4: Add  Himalayan Chef Chickpeas and Red beans,Thyme, Basil, Himalayan Chef pink salt, Himalayan Chef black pepper into the pot. Cook it for 8-10 minutes without a lid to bring more rich flavor and when watery soup turns thicker. 

Step 5: Add kale, green beans, and frozen peas into the pots and cook it for 5-7 minutes until green beans and kale turns tender and crispier. The color of Kale should be bright green.

Step 6: Now turn off the flame and add a drop of lemon and some amount of fresh parsley. Add Himalayan Chef pink salt and black pepper according to your choice. 

Why Buy Premium Quality Chickpeas (White Chana) From Himalayan Chef Grocery Store

Himalayan Chef offers a wide range of products to its customers, along with special Ramzan offers on all grocery items, especially during Ramadan.

• Safe and Hygienic Packaging: Himalayan Chef offers a wide range of Chickpeas in safe and hygienic packaging including kraft bag and Plastic jar, available in different sizes ranging from small packs to large family packs.
• Buy what you need: You can get a single packaging of all grocery items from an online store without buying them in bundles.
• Safe and Convenient: You can get premium quality groceries at your doorstep within 2 to 3 days without wasting your time especially in Ramadan months.
• Discounted Ramzan Rashan: You can get amazing discounts at Ramzan rashan  from your online store.
• No Need to Travel to Pick up: You don't need to travel to pick up your groceries especially in Ramzan when it is difficult to do groceries after long fasting hours.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

   Q1. Are Chickpeas Good for Weight Loss?

Yes, Himalayan Chef Chickpeas are considered best for weight loss as it contains high content of fiber that helps to keep you fuller for a longer period of time especially in Ramzan.

   Q2. Are there any Ramzan offers on groceries at Himalayan Chef?

Yes, there are Ramzan offers on all groceries of Himalayan Chef.

   Q3. Why should I include chickpeas (white chana) in my Ramzan meals?

Himalayan Chef Chickpeas are best to include in Ramzan meals as it contains high protein, fiber and nutrients that keeps you energetic in Ramzan.

   Q4. What makes Himalayan Chef different from the other Grocery Brands? 

The online store offers a wide range of premium quality groceries, fast shipping, safe and hygienic packaging at reasonable prices to their customers.

   Q5. What are the most popular Himalayan Chef products for daily cooking?

Himalayan Chef offers a wide range of products including Cooking oils, Desi ghee, Flour, Superfood, Honey, Seasonings, Rice, Pulses, Natural sweeteners and Fresh dates at discounted prices.