Foreign Matter 0.2% MaxUnder Size Seed 1% MaxBadly Damaged Beans 1Split Seed 0.5%Shriveld 2% MaxCovering Damaged 3% MaxChickpeas is a good source of zinc, folate and protein. They are also very high in dietary fibre and thus are a healthy food source, especially as a source of carbohydrates for people with insulin sensitivity or diabetes. They are low in fat, and most of the fat content is polyunsaturated.