: 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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Jessie Gaynor’s joy this week was a crisp chickpea salad.
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Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 11 July 2025
Roast or grill the chickpeas, if using: Place the chickpeas in a bowl and toss with 1 to 2 teaspoons of the spiced oil.
—Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 25 June 2025
Key Takeaways Flours higher in fiber, protein, and healthy fats (like almond, chickpea, and flaxseed) can support weight loss by promoting fullness and steady blood sugar levels.
—Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 12 June 2025
Researchers also studied the effects of daily black bean consumption but found these were not as effective as chickpeas.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 11 June 2025
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Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 11 July 2025
Roast or grill the chickpeas, if using: Place the chickpeas in a bowl and toss with 1 to 2 teaspoons of the spiced oil.
—Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 25 June 2025
Key Takeaways Flours higher in fiber, protein, and healthy fats (like almond, chickpea, and flaxseed) can support weight loss by promoting fullness and steady blood sugar levels.
—Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 12 June 2025
Researchers also studied the effects of daily black bean consumption but found these were not as effective as chickpeas.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 11 June 2025
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“Chickpea.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chickpea. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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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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