Protein in chickpeas by portion
| Portion | Protein |
|---|---|
| cup (164 g) | 15 g |
| half cup (82 g) | 7.4 g |
| 100 g | 9 g |
Typical values, cooked weight. Brands and recipes vary, so check the label when you have one.
How chickpeas compares
Chickpeas ranks #38 of 44 common high-protein foods by protein per 100 g. Here it is next to similar foods:
How much chickpeas to hit your target
126 g is the target for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult who wants to build muscle. Your number depends on your weight and goal: calculate your daily protein.
Questions about protein in chickpeas
How much protein is in one cup of chickpeas?
One cup of chickpeas (164 g) has about 15 g of protein. Per 100 g, chickpeas has 9 g.
Is chickpeas high in protein?
It is a good source. Chickpeas has 9 g of protein per 100 g, which ranks #38 of the 44 foods in our list. It works well alongside a richer protein source.
How much chickpeas do I need for 30 g of protein?
About 333 g, or about 2 cups, gives you 30 g of protein, a typical amount for one meal.