How many calories are in Chickpeas?

Chickpeas contains 2 calories per 100g serving, with 8g of protein, 13g of carbohydrates, and 1g of fat.

Is Chickpeas good for fat loss?

Chickpeas has a macro efficiency score of 1.00 (scale: 0–1.0). It provides 1600% of its calories from protein, making it an excellent choice for fat loss goals.

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Chickpeas.

Metabolic profile analysis. Technical breakdown of Chickpeas and its impact on skeletal muscle retention and daily energy expenditure.

Total Energy2kcal

Bio-Protein8g

Carbohydrates13g

Total Lipids1g

Nutritional Efficiency Report

Chickpeas is a very low-calorie food with low-protein content. At 2 kcal per 100g, it delivers 8g of protein — representing 1600% of its total caloric load. Carbohydrates account for 2600% and fats for 450% of calories.

"Efficiency Score 1.00 — this asset ranks in the top tier of the DataFood database for protein delivery per calorie. Optimal for fat loss, lean bulking, and body recomposition phases."

With 13g of carbs per 100g, it suits cyclical keto and low-carb approaches.

With only 2 kcal per 100g, Chickpeas is a high-volume food — you can consume a large serving while keeping total caloric intake controlled. This makes it particularly effective for hunger management in deficit phases.

Protocol Compatibility

Ketosis Impact

With 13g of carbs per 100g, it suits cyclical keto and low-carb approaches.

Thermic Effect (TEF)

With 8g protein per 100g, the thermic contribution is moderate. Pairing with higher-protein sources increases the overall TEF of your meal and supports lean mass retention.

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Based on the metabolic profile of Chickpeas, these related data nodes are most relevant to your nutrition architecture:

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Institutional Disclaimer: The nutritional data provided for Chickpeas is derived from clinical databases and algorithmic estimation. This report is for metabolic infrastructure planning only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a clinical nutritionist before implementing aggressive deficit protocols.