6 low-calorie Chickpea snacks to add to the weight loss diet
Struggling to eat something healthy as well as tasty for your diet snacking? Then fret not, as we have curated some simple yet healthy and tasty snacks that can be made at home in just a few minutes, that too with some simple ingredients to support your weight loss goals.
Why chickpeas?
There's no denying that chickpeas are perfect for healthy snacking, as they are loaded with nutrients and are super delicious when tweaked into snacks and savories. These quick recipes are loaded with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins. They help control hunger, balance blood sugar, and keep you feeling full without adding excess calories. If you're looking to lose weight without compromising on taste, here are some delicious low-calorie chickpea snacks to include in your diet.
Roasted Masala Chickpeas
To make this quick and easy recipe, just pressure cook and boil some chickpeas. Then take a pan and add in 1 tsp olive oil along with salt, turmeric, cumin, and red chili powder and toss the boiled chickpea. Top it with veggies of choice and squeeze some lime juice to enjoy!
Chickpea Salad Cups
Mix boiled chickpeas with chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumber, lemon juice, and coriander. Serve them in lettuce leaves or small bowls.
It's light, refreshing, and filling, with minimal fat and high nutrient density.
Skip the heavy gravies and try this earthy protein-rich option instead. Black chana cooked with ghee, jeera, garlic, onion, and a pinch of amchur turns into a tasty, dry sabzi full of fibre and iron. It keeps you full for hours and goes really well with a hot paratha brushed with ghee. It also adds a nice crunch, good flavour, and that familiar homely spice touch.
Hummus with Veggie Sticks
This simple yet filling delight can be made at home by blending boiled chickpeas with garlic, lemon, and a touch of olive oil and tahini to make a creamy hummus. Pair it with carrot, cucumber, or bell pepper sticks for a guilt-free, satisfying snack.
Chickpea Chaat
Make a tangy chaat by combining chickpeas with chopped raw mango, onion, mint chutney, and a pinch of chaat masala.
It's spicy, flavorful, and controls hunger while being naturally low in calories.
Fiber: According to the USDA, a 1-cup serving of cooked chickpeas contains approximately 12.5 grams of dietary fiber.How to add: Simply mash and saute and use as stuffing or you can make hummus and layer the sandwich with it.
Chickpea & Oats Tikki
This makes for a delicious and crispy evening snack. Just boil and mash chickpeas and combine with oats, herbs, and spices to form small tikkis. Cook on a non-stick pan with minimal oil. These protein-rich tikkis make a perfect evening snack without the guilt of deep-fried cutlets.
Chickpea Stir-Fry
Sauté boiled chickpeas with mustard seeds, curry leaves, green chilies, and a pinch of salt for a South Indian-style sundal. It's warm, savory, and extremely light yet filling meal.
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