Features
- Type: natural dried pulses
- Ingredients: chickpeas 100%
- Origin: Italy
- Format: 1 kg
- Availability period: all year round (January–December)
- Storage: at room temperature, in a cool, dry place, away from sources of heat and light; in the hottest months below 18 °C
- Packaging: plastic wrapper
- Notes: product subject to natural weight loss; may contain traces of nuts and shells
Discover AranciaDoc® Chickpeas, wholesome and nutritious, perfect for bringing the simplicity and authentic goodness of Italian and Sicilian cooking to your table.
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AranciaDoc® Chickpeas: description
AranciaDoc® Chickpeas are one of the most authentic and nutritious pulses of Mediterranean tradition.
Grown and selected in Italy, they are ideal for preparing wholesome, flavourful dishes: from soups to salads, right up to the classic chickpea hummus.
Rich in plant protein and fibre, they are a healthy, versatile choice in the kitchen, perfect for anyone who wants a natural, balanced diet.
Discover the whole AranciaDoc® selection of pulses and nuts, top-quality products that bring the authentic flavours of Sicily to your table.
Nutritional information
- Energy: 1437 kJ – 343 kcal
- Fat: 6.5 g (of which saturates 0.8 g)
- Carbohydrate: 47.0 g (of which sugars 3.7 g)
- Protein: 21.0 g
- Salt: 0.02 g
Chickpeas are a complete, healthy food, with many benefits for the body:
- rich in B vitamins (B6, thiamine, niacin, riboflavin), essential for energy metabolism;
- they contain folates, important for the health of the nervous system and DNA synthesis;
- an excellent source of plant protein and fibre, which promote a feeling of fullness and aid digestion;
- they help to control cholesterol and blood sugar levels;
- cholesterol-free and naturally gluten-free.
A perfect ally for anyone following a balanced, vegetarian or Mediterranean diet.
In the kitchen
AranciaDoc® Chickpeas lend themselves to many preparations:
- boiled or stewed, ideal for rustic recipes such as chickpea soup and chickpea minestrone;
- as a base for creamy, healthy hummus;
- in chickpea salad, with vegetables and tuna;
- for vegetable chickpea balls or velvety soups;
- combined with grains such as rice and spelt, for complete, nutritious dishes.
Their texture and delicate taste make them perfect for everyday dishes or gourmet recipes from the Sicilian tradition.
Frequently asked questions
- Do they need to be soaked before cooking?
Yes, we recommend soaking them for 8–12 hours in cold water, then cooking them in plenty of water for about 90 minutes. - Can they be used for hummus?
Certainly! They are perfect for making creamy hummus with oil, tahini and lemon. - Do chickpeas contain gluten?
No, chickpeas are naturally gluten-free. - How are they best stored?
In a cool, dry place, away from sources of heat and humidity. - Where can I buy Sicilian chickpeas online?
At AranciaDoc, a site dedicated to the online sale of typical Sicilian products.
Shipping and delivery
Shipping to Italy is free if your order includes a box of citrus fruit, or from €29 of products; otherwise it costs €9.90. For some smaller islands and hard-to-reach areas there is a surcharge, which we calculate from the postcode.
At checkout you can add delivery to your floor (€5) or delivery by appointment (€4).