This easy chickpea recipe for longevity comes from Blue Zones founder Dan Buettner.

It only requires a handful of simple ingredients.

Its delightfully simple, especially at a time when so many of us areover itwhen it comes to cooking.

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Chickpeas, in particular, arehigh in fiber and help regulate your blood sugar.

Theyre also high in protein, delivering 39 grams per cup.

The worlds easiest chickpea recipe below packs 78 grams of protein and 22 grams of fiber for the day.

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Blue Zones expert and author ofThe Blue Zones Secrets for Longer Living

Chickpeas are a fun and versatile legume, says Tracey Lockwood Beckerman, RD.

The combo of fiber and protein helps slow carb absorption and maintain healthy blood sugar levels.

The high fiber content also supports a healthy heart.

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One of the best things about Buettners chickpea recipe is that its so easy to modify.

Place chickpeas, olive oil, salt and pepper, with a squeeze of lemon in a bowl.2.

Mix all ingredients together.3.

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you’re able to serve it at room temperature or warm it up on the stovetop.

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