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Organic Chickpea Cream with Summer Truffle - Large Glass Jar
Net weight: 180 g - 6.35 oz
Description
This organic chickpea cream with white summer truffle is made with no synthetic flavourings, no preservatives and all ingredients of Italian origin. The cream is made with some pretty fundamental, genuine ingredients that are often overlooked because they're seen as of poor quality. But they're actually pretty noble for their history and tradition. Chickpeas are the first cultivated legume, black truffle, garlic and rosemary are combined with the best olive oil to give this cream a surprising and delicate flavour that will knock your socks off from the first taste on a warm crostone.
COD: VST.0605.0180
EAN: 8052570771363
Nutritional values
Average values for 100 gr
Energy value
262,88 kcal - 1102,96 kJ
Fats
23,22 g
of which saturated
2,52 g
Carbohydrates
8,35 g
of which sugars
0,78 g
Protein
5,74 g
Salt
1,30 g
Ingredients
Boiled chickpeas* 72%, sunflower oil*, chopped summer truffle (Tuber aestivum Vitt. and its group)* 5%, salt, rosemary*, garlic*, natural flavouring*.
* from ITALIAN organic farming.
Tips and curiosities of the tomolo
Did you know that chickpeas are one of the oldest cultivated foods, dating back over 7,000 years? They're becoming increasingly popular recently because of their unique nutritional properties, making them an excellent source of vegan and naturally gluten-free protein. Chickpeas also contain many antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that are essential for health. Another interesting fact about this food is that they’ve been used as currency in some ancient cultures. For example, the Romans commonly paid taxes with chickpeas!
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How to use chickpea cream and organic summer truffle in the kitchen
Using chickpea cream and organic summer truffle in the kitchen is very easy. It is a product rich in healthy properties and is ideal for enriching dishes, especially those based on pasta. It can be used as a seasoning for pasta, as a base for canapés and croutons, or as an accompaniment to meat or fish dishes. It can also be used to prepare sandwiches, bruschettas and other snacks. Moreover, thanks to the presence of organic summer truffles, it gives dishes an intense and aromatic flavour. Although the cream is pre-seasoned, you can add spices or herbs to taste. Using organic chickpea and summer truffle cream in the kitchen has many advantages: it not only adds nutritional value to the meal, but also gives a special touch to the flavour of the dishes you prepare!
The production of organic chickpea and summer truffle cream: history and philosophy
The production of Organic Chickpea Cream and Summer Truffle is one of the Italian specialities that stands out for its philosophy focused on environmental sustainability and the use of natural and healthy ingredients. Thanks to the artisan production, it is possible to guarantee a high quality product, rich in nutritional properties, free from preservatives or chemical additives that would compromise the healthiness of the product. Only organic chickpeas and truffles from local farms are used in the preparation of the cream, carefully and exclusively selected to preserve the authenticity of the dish. Processing is carried out by hand using traditional artisan methods: from the refining of the ingredients to the final blending. This process makes it possible to obtain a fresh product that preserves the authenticity and taste traditionally appreciated over the years.
Health benefits and properties of chickpeas
Chickpeas are a legume, low in calories but rich in nutrients, fibre and protein. The health benefits of chickpeas are many:
- They can increase satiety, reduce cholesterol levels and support the body's metabolic processes
- Chickpeas are a valuable source of essential minerals such as iron, magnesium, potassium and zinc, which the body needs to function optimally
Organic Chickpea Cream with no White Summer Truffle, no synthetic flavourings, no preservatives and all ingredients of Italian origin.