Chickpea flour contains many vitamins, especially those of group A, B, C and E, contains a good amount of iron, phosphorous and calcium.

It also has a fair amount of polyunsaturated acids, especially linoleic acid.

This product has a low glycemic index also suitable for diabetics and also has anti-acid proprieties. 

Being a legume that has a high protein content, chickpea flour is used a lot to prepare vegetarian balls and so-called vegan omelettes.

Chickpea flour is used to make many dishes, from chickpea porridge to bread, pasta, flatbread, crepes, omelettes, zucchini and chickpea balls, "Panelle Palermitane", cookies and tarts.