Nutrition reference

Chickpeas (dry)

Chickpeas (dry). Nutrition is shown per 100 g of dry chickpeas.

383

kcalper 100g

Carbs: 60.36g
Protein: 21.28g
Fat: 6.27g

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Nutrition facts

Per 100 grams

Reference values

Measurement basis

Food state: Raw
Edible portion: Dry chickpeas
Measurement basis: Per 100 g dry/raw edible mature chickpeas; Foundation nutrients with specified SR Legacy supplements

Energy (kcal): 383 kcal
Protein¹: 21.275 g
Carbohydrates¹: 60.358 g
Fat¹: 6.274 g
Dietary fiber: 12.2 g
Sugars: 10.7 g
Saturated fat: 0.603 g
Sodium¹: 8.779 mg

More nutrients24

Energy (kJ): 1602.5 kJ
Trans fat²: 0 g
Cholesterol²: 0 mg
Calcium¹: 111.1 mg
Potassium: 1070 mg
Magnesium¹: 134.8 mg
Iron¹: 5.094 mg
Zinc¹: 3.124 mg
Vitamin B1: 0.477 mg
Vitamin B2: 0.212 mg
Vitamin B3: 1.54 mg
Vitamin B5: 1.59 mg
Vitamin B6: 0.535 mg
Vitamin B9 (folate): 557 µg
Vitamin B12²: 0 µg
Vitamin C: 4 mg
Vitamin D²: 0 µg
Vitamin A (RAE): 3 µg
Retinol²: 0 µg
Beta-carotene: 40 µg
Alpha-carotene²: 0 µg
Beta-cryptoxanthin²: 0 µg
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol): 0.82 mg
Vitamin K1 (phylloquinone): 9 µg

Assumed zero by source

Additional data source[1]

Data sources

1
USDA FoodData Central, field-specific Foundation and SR Legacy records
2644282 · Foundation Foods release 2026-04-30
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2
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service
173756 · SR Legacy release April 2018
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About this food

Understanding this nutrition reference

Chickpeas, also called garbanzo beans, are round, beige legumes with a nutty flavor. They are the main ingredient in hummus and are used in salads, stews, and curries.

Nutritionally, chickpeas are a good source of plant protein. Per 100 g of dry chickpeas they provide about 383 kcal, 60.4 g of carbohydrates, 21.3 g of protein, and 6.27 g of fat.

Dried chickpeas must be soaked and cooked before eating. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.

Plan your portion

How much is in your serving of Chickpeas (dry)?

Nutrition values are reported per 100 g of dry chickpeas. A typical cup of dry chickpeas (about 200 g) provides roughly 766 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.

Calculated from the per-100-g reference. Values are rounded.
Serving	Weight	Calories	Carbs	Protein	Fat
100 g	100 g	383 kcal	60.4 g	21.3 g	6.3 g
1 cup dry	200 g	766 kcal	120.7 g	42.6 g	12.5 g
1/2 cup dry	100 g	383 kcal	60.4 g	21.3 g	6.3 g

Your portion in grams

Use the weight of the edible portion in the food state shown above.

Energy (kcal): 383 kcal
Energy (kJ): 1602.5 kJ
Protein¹: 21.275 g
Carbohydrates¹: 60.358 g
Fat¹: 6.274 g
Dietary fiber: 12.2 g
Sugars: 10.7 g
Saturated fat: 0.603 g
Trans fat²: 0 g
Cholesterol²: 0 mg
Sodium¹: 8.779 mg
Calcium¹: 111.1 mg
Potassium: 1070 mg
Magnesium¹: 134.8 mg
Iron¹: 5.094 mg
Zinc¹: 3.124 mg
Vitamin B1: 0.477 mg
Vitamin B2: 0.212 mg
Vitamin B3: 1.54 mg
Vitamin B5: 1.59 mg
Vitamin B6: 0.535 mg
Vitamin B9 (folate): 557 µg
Vitamin B12²: 0 µg
Vitamin C: 4 mg
Vitamin D²: 0 µg
Vitamin A (RAE): 3 µg
Retinol²: 0 µg
Beta-carotene: 40 µg
Alpha-carotene²: 0 µg
Beta-cryptoxanthin²: 0 µg
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol): 0.82 mg
Vitamin K1 (phylloquinone): 9 µg

Questions and answers

Chickpeas (dry) nutrition FAQ

How many calories are in chickpeas?

Chickpeas provide about 383 calories per 100 g of dry chickpeas.

Are chickpeas high in protein?

Yes. Chickpeas provide about 21.3 g of protein per 100 g.

Do chickpeas need to be cooked?

Yes. Dried chickpeas must be soaked and cooked before eating.

Chickpeas (dry)

Per 100 grams

Data sources

USDA FoodData Central, field-specific Foundation and SR Legacy records

U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service

Understanding this nutrition reference

How much is in your serving of Chickpeas (dry)?

Chickpeas (dry) nutrition FAQ

How many calories are in chickpeas?

Are chickpeas high in protein?

Do chickpeas need to be cooked?

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