Vitacost Gluten Free Non-GMO Garbanzo Beans -- 16 oz

Vitacost Gluten Free Non-GMO Garbanzo Beans Description Hailed for their starring role in hummus, garbanzo beans—also called chickpeas—add a creamy texture and mild, nutty flavor to your favorite salads, soups and spreads. Non-GMO project Verified No additives or preservatives Gluten free & vegan Use in salads, soups and creamy spreads Combine with fresh garlic, lemon juice, salt and tahini to make hummus 7 grams of protein + 4 grams of dietary fiber per 1/4 cup No cholesterol Everyone knows garbanzo beans make a great hummus when pureed with garlic, lemon juice, salt and tahini – but there's more to this rotund legume than meets the pita chip.   Did you know that garbanzo beans (or chickpeas, as they're commonly called) have been cultivated for thousands of years? Over the centuries, they've been consumed in a variety of forms – raw, roasted, cooked, boiled, pureed and even brewed into a coffee-like drink.   Garbanzo beans are packed with plant-powered nutrition – just one ¼-cup serving provides 4 grams of filling fiber and 7 grams of satisfying protein; it’s no surprise that these legumes are beloved by vegetarians, dieters and foodies alike.    Get cookin'!   Soak overnight, rinse and combine 1 cup garbanzo beans with 4 cups water (enough to cover the beans completely) in a large pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, cooking until tender (approximately 2 hours).    Once cooked, there are many ways to enjoy garbanzos:  Use as topping for salad Add to your favorite savory soup or stew Drizzle with coconut oil, honey and cinnamon and roast in the oven Make falafel!   About Vitacost Vitacost nutritional products are manufactured to high standards of quality, efficacy and safety. Each Vitacost product meets or exceeds the standards and requirements set forth in the FDA’s Code of Federal Regulation (21 CFR, 111) Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). Directions Carefully sort beans, removing any debris or shriveled beans, and rinse thoroughly. Cover with cold water and soak overnight (6-12 hours); drain and rinse before cooking. For a quicker method, cover beans with 2 inches of water, boil for 2 minutes, remove from heat, cover and let stand for 1 hour; drain and rinse before cooking.   To prepare, add beans to a large pot, cover with water, bring water to a boil and reduce to a simmer, cooking  until tender (approximately 2 hours). Drain beans and prepare as desired. If reserving for later use, salt to taste and refrigerate.   Keep dry and at room temperature (59°-75°F [15°-24°C]). Free Of Gluten, GMOs. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 1/4 Cup Dry (35 g) Servings per Container: Approx 13 Amount Per Serving% Daily Value Calories120 Total Fat2 g3%    Saturated Fat0 g0%    Trans Fat0 g Cholesterol0 mg0% Sodium10 mg0% Total Carbohydrate22 g8%    Dietary Fiber4 g15%    Total Sugars4 g      Includes 0g Added Sugars0% Protein7 g Vitamin D0 mcg0% Calcium20 mg2% Iron1.5 mg8% Potassium250 mg6% *The % Daily Value tells you how much as nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. Other Ingredients: Garbanzo beans. Warnings   The product you receive may contain additional details or differ from what is shown on this page, or the product may have additional information revealed by partially peeling back the label. We recommend you reference the complete information included with your product before consumption and do not rely solely on the details shown on this page. For more information, please see our full disclaimer.