Instead Of Curries And Hummus, Use Chickpeas For A Protein-Packed Trail Mix - Chowhound

Brent Hofacker/Shutterstock Chickpeas are a sometimes under-appreciated ingredient in American cuisine. They're healthy, tasty, and can add a nice texture to a number of dishes. For an easy lunch, you can swap in chickpeas for a vegetarian take on tuna salad. And when making chickpea-forward dishes, you can use a touch of baking soda to soften your canned chickpeas for super creamy results in your salads and…