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Nutrition & Diet
Question #24741
91 days ago
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how many calories in 100 gram chana - #24741

Parth

I am really curious about something and hope someone can help. Lately, I've been trying to eat healthier and switched to a mostly plant-based diet. I added chana (or chickpeas, right?) into my meals because I heard they are super nutritious. But I keep seeing different numbers floating around on how many calories in 100 gram chana. Like, one source says it’s about 164 calories, while another says it’s more than 200! This is kinda confusing, especially when I’m trying to track my intake. I made this chickpea salad with 200 grams of chana and thought I did the math right, but now I’m wondering if I overestimated the calories. I ended up feeling way too full, which makes me think I might of eaten way more than I should’ve. Not to mention, I found this recipe online, and the calorie counts were all different too! Does how many calories in 100 gram chana change depending on if they’re cooked or raw? Like, is there a difference if I boiled them, roasted them, or used them straight out of the can? I’m kinda worried about this since I'm just starting my journey, and I don't wanna mess it up! If anyone could give me a clear answer or their experience, that would be great. Seriously, I just want to get this right!

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Understanding the calorie content in chana, or chickpeas, can indeed vary; it largely depends on whether they are raw, cooked, or prepared in other ways. For raw, dried chickpeas, you’re looking at around 365 calories per 100 grams. However, when you cook them, the calorie density decreases due to the absorption of water during cooking. Cooked chickpeas typically contain about 164 calories per 100 grams. Canned chickpeas, which are already cooked, tend to be similar to this at approximately 150 to 170 calories per 100 grams, depending on the brand and any added ingredients like salt or preservatives. Roasted chickpeas, which might be drier as they’re often baked and might include added oils or seasonings, can have a higher calorie count — potentially up to 250 calories or more per 100 grams.

If you’re measuring your intake for dietary purposes, using the cooked or canned value is generally more applicable for home-prepared meals unless you’re preparing from dried yourself. When using canned chickpeas, it’s beneficial to drain and rinse them as this can reduce some of the sodium content. If you’re eating chickpeas as part of a balanced plant-based diet, they’re a highly nutritious choice, rich in protein and fiber, which might be why you felt satisfied and quite full. Keeping a consistent method of preparation for tracking purposes will help avoid any confusion related to nutritional content. Remember, the fullness is a good signal that your diet is likely providing adequate satiety, which is a key component of healthy eating.

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