Ingredient swap
Chickpeas vs Black Beans
Black beans have more fiber and less fat. Chickpeas are firmer and hold their shape better in salads and roasting.
How to swap
1:1 cooked. Use chickpeas for roasting and salads, black beans for soups, burritos and brownies.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Chickpeas | Black Beans |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 378 | 341 better |
| Protein | 20.5 g | 21.6 gbetter |
| Carbs | 63 g | 62.4 g |
| Fat | 6 g | 1.4 g |
| Fiber | 12.2 g | 15.5 gbetter |
| Sugar | 10.7 g | 2.1 gbetter |
| Sodium | 24 mg | 5 mgbetter |
| 1 cup weighs | 200 g | 194 g |
"Better" means more protein or fiber, or fewer calories, carbs, sugar or salt. Fat is not scored.
Macros per 100 g
Common questions
Can I use black beans instead of chickpeas?
1:1 cooked. Use chickpeas for roasting and salads, black beans for soups, burritos and brownies.
Which has more protein?
Black Beans, with 21.6 g per 100 g versus 20.5 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Black Beans, with 341 calories per 100 g.