We are happy to present one of the new recipes by the Chef of Cucina San Francesco at Cappuccini Resort in Franciacorta: creamy chickpea with oriental leaves and rice puff.
A triumph of lightness, elegance, and sophistication for a healthy first course that combines the benefits of chickpeas with the purity of our selection of leaves collected from typically oriental plants, cultivated in the resort’s garden in respect of tradition.
Light and tasty recipe: creamy chickpea with oriental leaves and rice puff.
With a refined appearance and careful plating, the creamy chickpea presents itself as a perfect ensemble in which rice and legumes blend into a soft and velvety consistency, a true delight for the palate. The dish is garnished with a mix of oriental leaves personally selected by the Chef, capable of enhancing the delicate taste of chickpeas and contributing to enrich the chromatic range with shades that recall the essence of nature and the most genuine agricultural heritage, which has always been the focus of our attention.
The creamy chickpea pairs well with a good glass of wine, which our sommelier Marco Pelizzari will be able to suggest based on the seasonality and availability of his cellar (“il pozzo di Marco”, ed.), constantly renewed.
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Chickpeas: properties and benefits.
The desire to include chickpeas on the menu, as with all our preparations, comes from the idea of offering resort customers well-balanced and nutrient-rich dishes for the body. Because in addition to the positive tasting experience, we strongly believe in the gesture of getting up from the table and feeling good, refreshed, both physically and mentally.
Starting from this concept, the choice related to the new proposal on the menu has focused on chickpeas, legumes that stand out for a wide range of benefits for bones, intestines, heart, eyes, and are very suitable for dietary regimes aimed at controlling body weight.
Among the beneficial properties of chickpeas, we highlight:
- They protect bones and teeth thanks to the presence of iron, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and zinc
- They help to reduce levels of bad cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood
- They stimulate regularity of the intestine preventing constipation
- They are rich in B-group vitamins, very useful in giving energy to the body and preventing cardiovascular, neurological, and dermatological diseases
- The vitamin C they contain has a remarkable antioxidant function, contrasting or neutralizing the action of free radicals and protecting cells from aging
- The vitamin A has a protective action for hair and eyes
- They have anti-acidic properties, helping to solve gastric and gastrointestinal problems.
As for weight control, a modest amount of chickpeas is enough to provide a feeling of satiety and reduce appetite.
To promote digestion, it is essential that chickpeas are consumed after adequate cooking.
A first course enhanced with oriental leaves.
In addition to adding color and aesthetic appeal to the dish, the oriental leaves we use in the preparation of the creamy chickpea dish help make it unique, enhancing its aroma and balancing its savory flavor.
We invite you to come and visit us to discover all the secrets of our recipe and indulge in a moment of relaxation surrounded by the greenery that envelops the resort, exploring with your own eyes our own vegetable garden, among the highlights of our restaurant.
Restaurant in Franciacorta with a panoramic view.
Cappuccini Resort awaits you in Cologne (BS), in Franciacorta, two minutes from Rovato and on the slopes of Monte Orfano.
You will be welcomed by the charm of the ancient convent, completely renovated by Rosalba and her staff while preserving its original structure. Every step, from the cloister to the gardens, from the pool area to the panoramic terrace, ideal for an aperitif against the backdrop of incredible sunsets, offers a total immersion in tranquility, for a journey back in time. A perfect way to disconnect from daily stress and find inner peace.