Oltresole chickpeas are selected on the basis of the highest quality standards to offer a genuine and controlled product. These legumes are an excellent source of protein rich in numerous nutrients: vitamins a, b, c and k, calcium, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, potassium and zinc. Chickpeas are gluten-free and can be integrated into the diet of celiacs, but given their high protein content, they are also suitable for those following a vegan or vegetarian low-calorie diet. Before cooking organic chickpeas in addition to the sun, it is necessary to wash them with running water to remove all the impurities and then soak them for 12 hours so as to make them soft and ready to be boiled. Chickpeas take about 45 minutes to cook perfectly, but preparation times can be reduced if you choose to toast them or steam them. Chickpeas are legumes widely used in Italian cuisine, especially in rural soups.