Legume
Chickpea
About This Entry
Chickpeas carry a mild, nutty flavor and firm bite that anchors hummus, curries, and salads across Mediterranean and South Asian cooking — their versatility pairs well with a dry Rosé.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Alternative wine styles
Common Culinary Uses
- black lentil
- feta
- garlic
- green lentil
- mint
- red lentil
- rice
- tomato
At a Glance
Group
Chickpeas
Classification
Legumes
Usage intensity
primary
Scientific name
Cicer arietinum
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Chickpea
- Classification
- Legumes
- Group
- Chickpeas
- Scientific name
- Cicer arietinum
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- primary