Ingredient swap
Chickpeas vs Edamame
Chickpeas has 20.5 g protein and 378 calories per 100 g; edamame has 11.9 g and 121. They behave similarly in recipes.
How to swap
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of chickpeas (200 g) ≈ 1¼ cup of edamame.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Chickpeas | Edamame |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 378 | 121 better |
| Protein | 20.5 gbetter | 11.9 g |
| Carbs | 63 g | 8.9 gbetter |
| Fat | 6 g | 5.2 g |
| Fiber | 12.2 gbetter | 5.2 g |
| Sugar | 10.7 g | 2.2 gbetter |
| Sodium | 24 mg | 6 mgbetter |
| 1 cup weighs | 200 g | 155 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 edamame instead of chickpeas?
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of chickpeas (200 g) ≈ 1¼ cup of edamame.
Which has more protein?
Chickpeas, with 20.5 g per 100 g versus 11.9 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Edamame, with 121 calories per 100 g.