Guasanas Mexican Fresh Chickpea Garbanzo Snack
Transport your taste buds to the heart of Mexico with guasanas, a traditional street snack made from tender, fresh green chickpeas still in their pods. This easy and healthy recipe combines vibrant flavors with simple preparation, boiling the chickpeas until just tender and seasoning them with a sprinkle of chili powder and a squeeze of zesty lime juice. Perfect as a shareable appetizer or light snack, guasanas are both nutrient-packed and deliciously satisfying. Serve them warm, and enjoy the fun of popping the chickpeas from their pods—an interactive treat that's as wholesome as it is flavorful. Whether you're recreating authentic Mexican fare or introducing your family to a new snacking favorite, guasanas are a must-try.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green chickpeas (in their pods)
- 1 liter water
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 whole lime
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
Rinse the fresh green chickpeas thoroughly under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris.
Bring 1 liter of water to a boil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
Once the water is boiling, add 1 tablespoon of salt and stir to dissolve.
Add the fresh green chickpeas to the pot. Ensure the water covers the chickpeas completely. Reduce the heat to medium and cook them for 10-15 minutes, or until the pods are tender but still vibrant in color.
While the chickpeas are cooking, cut the lime into wedges and set aside.
Drain the cooked green chickpeas in a colander and allow them to cool for a few minutes until they are comfortable to handle.
Transfer the chickpeas to a serving bowl. Sprinkle them with chili powder for a spicy kick and serve with lime wedges on the side.
To eat, gently squeeze the chickpea pods to pop out the tender beans, or enjoy the pods themselves if they are soft. Squeeze lime juice over the top for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
630 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.6 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7182 mg | 312% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.0 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.9 g | 118% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.1 g | ||
| Protein | 35.5 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 283 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1518 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
