Our Chickpea and 4 Bean Salad is packed full of delicious, fibre rich, plant based protein sources! Borlotti, kidney, black and cannellini beans added to chickpeas all dressed with light red pepper, coriander and garlic. Enjoy on its own or as a side.
This plant protein pot is high in dietary fibre which is important for a number of different reasons. It helps to increase satiety and boost digestion while maintaining a healthy digestive tract. It helps to reduce blood cholesterol levels and keep blood sugar levels stable.
Ingredients
Garden Peas (15%), Sweetcorn (14%), Red Kidney Beans (13%), Pinto Beans (12%), Chickpeas (11%), Cannellini Beans (11%), Red Pepper (10%), Fresh Coriander (6%), Olive Oil (3%), Fresh Garlic (3%), Coriander Seeds (1%), Cumin (1%), Salt, Black Pepper
Storing Instructions
Keep refrigerated under 5 degrees Celsius at all times and consume by the date shown. Suitable for freezing before use by date shown. Consume within 3 months from date of freezing.
Cooking Instructions
Microwave
Gently pierce film once. Heat in a microwave (900w) for 2-3 mins or until piping hot. Use extreme caution when hot.
Oven
Preheat oven at 150 degrees celsius (Fan Assisted) or Gas Mark 3. Do not pierce film. Place in centre of oven for 10 minutes or until piping hot. Use caution when hot.
Nutrition Benefit
Low SaltReducing consumption of salt contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
High in ProteinProtein contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and muscle mass. Protein contributes to a growth in muscle mass.
Source of FibreWheat bran fibre contributes to an acceleration of intestinal transit.
Mineral Benefits
Source of PotassiumPotassium contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system. Potassium also contributes to normal muscle function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
Source of ChlorideChloride contributes to normal digestion by production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach.
Source of SodiumSodium contributes to the balancing of fluids in the body. Needed for muscle contractions and helps send nerve impulses.
Source of PhosphorusPhosphorus contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and teeth. Phosphorus contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
Source of IronIron contributes to normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin; normal energy-yielding metabolism and normal cognitive function. Iron contributes to normal oxygen transport in the body and contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
Source of CopperCopper contributes to the normal function of the immune system and protection of cells from oxidative stress.
Source of ManganeseManganese contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism and protection of cells from oxidative stress.
Vitamin Benefits
Source of ThiamineThiamine contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism, normal functioning of the nervous system and heart.
Source of Pantothenic AcidPantothenic acid contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism, the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and normal mental performance.
Source of FolateFolate contributes to maternal tissue growth during pregnancy and normal homocysteine metabolism, normal function of the immune system and reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
Source of Vitamin CVitamin C contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system, the normal function of the immune system and the protection of cells from oxidative stress. Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels, bones, gums, skin and teeth. Vitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and increases iron absorption.
Source of Vitamin KVitamin K contributes to normal blood clotting and the maintenance of normal bones.
Our Chickpea and 4 Bean Salad is amazing on its own or served with grilled meat or fish. Packed with fibre, it is the perfect summer dish to get you over that midday slump.
