Chickpea flour (besan)
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.5 MG | 41% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 8% | |
| Niacin | 1.8 MG | 11% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.6 MG | 12% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.5 MG | 29% | |
| Folate, total | 437 UG | 109% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 2 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.8 MG | 6% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 9.1 UG | 8% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 45 MG | 3% | |
| Iron, Fe | 4.9 MG | 27% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 166 MG | 40% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 318 MG | 25% | |
| Potassium, K | 846 MG | 18% | |
| Sodium, Na | 64 MG | 3% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.8 MG | 26% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.9 MG | 101% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 1.6 MG | 70% | |
| Selenium, Se | 8.3 UG | 15% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 22.4g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- High in dietary fiber (10.8g per 100g), supporting digestive health.
- Good source of Iron, Fe (27% DV).
- Good source of Magnesium, Mg (40% DV).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (25% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (26% DV).
About Chickpea flour (besan)
Chickpea flour, also called besan or gram flour, is ground from raw dried chickpeas and has been a staple in South Asian and Mediterranean cooking for centuries. It is high in carbohydrates but with enough protein and fiber to stand out among grain-based flours. Fat is low. Besan forms the base of pakoras, socca flatbreads, and farinata, and it functions as a gluten-free thickener in sauces. Its slightly nutty flavor is assertive enough to notice in finished dishes.
Dietary Information
Chickpea flour (besan) is considered high-protein, high-fiber, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Chickpea flour (besan) include Folate, total (109% DV) , Copper, Cu (101% DV) , Manganese, Mn (70% DV) , Thiamin (41% DV) , and Magnesium, Mg (40% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 387 calories per 100 grams, Chickpea flour (besan) gets 23% of its calories from protein, 60% from carbohydrates, and 16% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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