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Chickpeas Liquid Drained And Reserved

The drained liquid from cooked or canned chickpeas, often called aquafaba, is a starchy, protein-containing byproduct commonly used as an egg substitute or thickening ingredient. It is related to chickpeas but is nutritionally much less dense than the beans themselves.

Beneficial properties

egg substitute fat-free cholesterol-free contains soluble solids from legumes

Nutritional highlights

It contains small amounts of carbohydrate, some protein, and trace minerals such as potassium, with sodium often high in canned versions.

Caution. Canned chickpea liquid can be high in sodium; use caution for sodium-restricted diets.

Conditions it helps with

High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure
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