Healthy Heart Foods
GARBANZO BEANS
Meat/Meat Alt

GARBANZO BEANS

Artistic Illustration

VegetarianChickpeasVeganBreadFruit Meal

Garbanzo beans, also known as chickpeas, are a versatile legume that can be used in a variety of dishes, often prepared by boiling or roasting. They are an excellent source of plant-based protein, making them a nutritious addition to meals.

Garbanzo beans are served in a variety of meal programs across New York City, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, catering, and CACFP.

Chef's Tip
For optimal flavor and texture, soak dried garbanzo beans overnight before cooking them; this helps them cook more evenly and enhances their creaminess.
Did You Know?
Garbanzo beans are believed to have been cultivated in the Middle East for over 7,500 years, making them one of the oldest cultivated legumes.
NYC Connection
In New York City, garbanzo beans are a staple in many Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants, and they play a key role in popular dishes like falafel and hummus, which are widely enjoyed throughout the city's diverse food culture.

Embed on Your Site

School administrators, dieticians, and partners — embed live info for GARBANZO BEANS on your website. Customize the options and copy the snippet.

Live Preview
<script async src="https://healthyheartcrm.com/embed/menu-item-widget.js?slug=garbanzo-beans"></script>

Free to embed. Updates automatically when our dieticians revise the nutrition data.

Similar Meat/Meat Alt Items

Apricot Glazed Chicken

Apricot Glazed Chicken

211 cal19.7g protein
Apricot Glazed Fish

Apricot Glazed Fish

48 cal1.4g protein
Apricot Glazed Meatballs

Apricot Glazed Meatballs

286 cal14.4g protein
Apricot Glazed Pork

Apricot Glazed Pork

48 cal1.4g protein
Argentinian Chicken

Argentinian Chicken

158 cal18.0g protein
Aromatic Lentil Stew with Carrots & Turnips

Aromatic Lentil Stew with Carrots & Turnips

21 cal2.5g protein

Referenced By

Other items that mention GARBANZO BEANS in their descriptions.

ChickpeaVeggie CHICKPEASChickpeas in Ratatouille SauceChickpea Salad with Tomatoes & ParsleychickpeasChickpeas in Cilantro SauceChick Pea StewCumin Chickpea StewChickpeas Mediterranean StyleChickpeas with Coconut Curry

About This Item

This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.