Cooked Chickpeas or Garbanzos (Slow-Cooker)

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Slow-cooker Cooked Chickpeas or Garbanzos

Cooked Chickpeas or Garbanzos (Slow-Cooker)

by The Chefin Main

Prep

8 hours

Cook

6 hours

Ready In

14 hours

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3 cups chickpeas , cleaned and washed
	5 cups water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

210

Sugar

Fat

Slow-cooker Cooked Chickpeas or Garbanzos are a versatile recipe that can be enjoyed as a main dish, added to salads, or used in a variety of recipes like hummus or falafel. Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are a staple ingredient in many vegan and vegetarian diets because of their high protein and fiber content. This recipe requires minimal preparation time and the slow cooker will do most of the work for you! Once the chickpeas are cooked, they are ready to serve warm as a main dish with seasonal vegetables, or refrigerated and added to salads, sandwiches, or used in your favorite recipes.

Instructions

1.	Add the cleaned and washed chickpeas to the slow cooker and add enough water to cover them with about 2 inches of water.
2.	Cook on low heat for 6-8 hours until the chickpeas are tender but not falling apart.
3.	Drain the water and serve hot chickpeas as a main dish or use in salads or other recipes as desired.

PROS

Slow-cooker cooked chickpeas are a wonderful source of plant-based protein and fiber that can be used in a variety of recipes.
They are also budget-friendly, easy to prepare in advance, and are a completely vegan and gluten-free option.

CONS

Slow-cooker cooked chickpeas take a long time to cook and need to be planned in advance.
They also may not have the same flavor as chickpeas cooked with spices or seasoning, so they may need additional seasoning to make them a flavor-packed dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chickpeas are a fantastic source of plant-based protein, fiber, and complex carbohydrates. They are also a great source of vitamins and minerals, including iron, folate, and vitamin B6. Incorporating chickpeas into your diet may help improve your digestion, lower your blood sugar level, and reduce the risk of certain chronic diseases.