: an Asian herb (Cicer arietinum) of the legume family cultivated for its short pods with one or two seeds
also
: its seed
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Whole grains like quinoa and farro paired with legumes like chickpeas and beans make for a filling, high-protein meal with plenty of fiber.
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Alice Callahan, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025
Look for a soy-free tofu made with fava beans, pumpkin seeds, chickpeas or almonds, Akerberg advised.
—Karla Walsh, CNN Money, 25 Apr. 2025
My favorite is chickpea instead of chicken, with lots of celery and dill, the sort of vegetarian swap that would make my grandma roll her eyes.
—Emma Laperruque, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Apr. 2025
Who knew chickpeas and pickles make so much sense together?
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Mar. 2025
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Alice Callahan, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025
Look for a soy-free tofu made with fava beans, pumpkin seeds, chickpeas or almonds, Akerberg advised.
—Karla Walsh, CNN Money, 25 Apr. 2025
My favorite is chickpea instead of chicken, with lots of celery and dill, the sort of vegetarian swap that would make my grandma roll her eyes.
—Emma Laperruque, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Apr. 2025
Who knew chickpeas and pickles make so much sense together?
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Mar. 2025
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“Chickpea.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chickpea. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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chickpea
noun
chick·pea
ˈchik-ˌpē 
: an Asian herb of the legume family cultivated for its short pods with one or two edible seeds
also
: its seed
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