Chickpea

noun

Pronunciation: ˈtʃɪkpiː

Definition

A round, beige legume widely used in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, often sold dried or canned.

Examples

• Many traditional recipes for falafel rely on ground chickpeas as the primary ingredient.

• Adding a handful of chickpeas to your salad provides a significant boost of plant-based protein.

• The recipe calls for two cans of chickpeas, rinsed and drained thoroughly.

Synonyms of Chickpea

Words with a similar meaning to Chickpea:

• garbanzo
• ceci

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