Nutritional benefits and pantry management for legumes

Canned chickpeas are highlighted as a versatile nutritional resource, offering approximately 8 grams of protein and 147 calories per 100 grams of cooked product. According to dietitian Florence Foucaut and information from Santé Magazine, these legumes serve as an effective substitute for pasta or rice due to their high fiber and plant-based protein content.

Health guidelines, including recommendations from the French National Nutrition Health Program, suggest consuming legumes at least twice a week. Chickpeas provide complex carbohydrates, fiber, iron, calcium, and potassium. The presence of vitamin C in such foods can further assist in the absorption of plant-based iron.

To optimize food use and reduce waste before winter, experts suggest a systematic approach to pantry organization. This involves emptying shelves, grouping items by family, checking expiration dates, and transferring opened products into clean, labeled containers. Organizing items by frequency of use, with staples placed between eye and hand level, helps prevent duplicate purchases and food spoilage.