Unimaginable Foods FAQ

CHICKPEAS

The best way to describe the taste is ‘nutty’, which when combined with other nuts like almonds, pecans and walnuts creates a delicious flavor.

Like many pulses, chickpeas are an extremely nutrient-dense food. They are high in protein, fiber and minerals. They help make us fuller faster and keep us fuller longer. Chickpeas are also environmentally friendly and are known to improve soil fertility, reduce water consumption, resist drought & climate change and increase food security globally.

For centuries, people around the world have incorporated pulses into their lifestyle as part of a healthy diet. Why not innovate granola with more satiating and nutritious chickpeas?

Chickpeas are good for both human and environmental health, while mono-crops are depleted from nutrients and degrade the soil.

ECO-FRIENDLY

Sustainability is one of the pillars of our company. We do everything we can to reduce our carbon footprint by applying green business practices: from sourcing local, organic and/or fair trade ingredients, utilizing recyclable packaging wherever possible, to delivering our finished product via hybrid LTL trucks.

The year 2016 was declared by the United Nations as the International Year of Pulses. These little superstars were recognized for their important role towards ending global hunger but also for their environmental benefits:

-they enrich the soil and fix nitrogen

-they are drought-tolerant and frost-hardy

-they use less water -they increase food security globally

-pulses have one of the lowest carbon footprint of any food group

Traditional mono-crops deplete our soil, pollute the ground water & air and have a high carbon footprint. We choose climate-smart crops that are nutritionally and biologically superior.

We said goodbye to plastic and switched instead to 100% recyclable packaging which is also made from 60% post-consumer materials.

Orphaned crops are those that have been used for centuries due to their rich nutritional properties, but have been reduced in importance or “forgotten” due to supply constraints and/or poor consumer awareness. Unimaginable Foods recognizes and appreciates the nutritional value of many orphaned crops which have the potential to contribute to food security, nutritional diversification, global health benefits and environmental health.

Chickpea Granola Bites

Chickpea Granola Bites are the first ever pulse-based granolas fortified with non-dairy probiotics and powerful superfoods. Chickpea Granola Bites were built on the pillars of prevention, nutritional balance and digestive wellness. Superior nutrition is a human right but it can’t be produced at the cost of depleting resources, pollution and soil degradation. Chickpea Granola Bites are nutrient-dense, ecofriendly and contribute to a compassionate and ethical world by leaving animals off of our plates.

Chickpea Granola Bites are perfect as a snack right out of the bag, baked into your favorite pastry or added on top of your dairy-free yogurt, ice cream or salad.

Chickpea Granola Bites are shelf stable and can be taken on the go. However, when not traveling with you are best kept in a cooler, dry environment.

Yes! Chickpea Granola Bites are baked slowly and at lower temperatures, allowing for a crispier crunch and sharper flavor.

Not a chance. We believe in using all-natural whole food ingredients.

Chickpea Granola clusters are light, crunchy and crumble perfectly with every bite.

Yes, Chickpea Granola Bites are certified kosher!

Chickpea Granola Bites are shelf-stable for 12 months after the date of manufacturing. Email us at hello@unimaginablefoods.com for more specific expiration date information.

Botanical lattes

Botanical Lattes are the first-ever vegan latte made with herbal nervines. They are our response to the prolonged stress caused by a global pandemic. Botanical Lattes are made to nourish your nerves and feed your gut.

Nervines are herbs that nourish, feed and restore the nervous system. Much like healthy food nourishes the body, nervines help build resilience to stress.

Absolutely, all of our lattes are 100% lactose-free and dairy-free. We don’t like the idea of sad dairy cows or digestive issues caused by lactose. Instead, we use a combination of coconut milk and oat milk so everyone benefits and no animals are harmed.

Duh. All of Unimaginable Foods’ products are made by animal rights activists, so you can be sure that what you get is 100% vegan!

No, but we recommend you keep it closed and in a cool, dry place when not being used to create an amazingly healthy and delicious beverage.

Well, see for yourself: less saturated fat, less sugar, no stevia, no cane sugar and no sugar alcohols. Plus it tastes better than any other latte out there!

Well, see for yourself: less saturated fat, less sugar, no stevia, no cane sugar and no sugar alcohols. Plus it tastes better than any other latte out there!

To make a seriously healthy and delicious beverage, all you have to do is add hot water to 3 tablespoons of Botanical Latte and froth for 5 seconds. Enjoy!

get yours

Chickpea Granola Bites are available in Sprouts Farmers Market, Wegmans and many other retail locations across the country. For a list of stores in your area, shoot us an email at hello@unimaginablefoods.com and we’ll point you in the right direction.

We would be honored to welcome you into our tight-knit community of retail partners. To get an account set up, please email us at hello@unimaginablefoods.com and we’ll make the process seamless for you.

We don’t currently have sample sizes available, but it never hurts to ask! Shoot us an email at hello@unimaginablefoods.com and we’ll try our best to suit your needs.

We’d be lying if we said there was a clear favorite! Our product flavors are extremely diverse and it’s difficult for our customers to choose just one. Try for yourself and let us know which one is your favorite!

Nutrition

Found in the African Savannahs, baobab fruit is high in antioxidants, potassium, fiber and protein. It also acts as a prebiotic, helping to maintain healthy bacteria in the gut. Oh, and it tastes good, too!

Found in the Peruvian Amazon, this plant-based protein is also an excellent source of omega-3s, amino acids and fiber. Its ‘nutty’ flavor helps set the taste of Chickpea Granola Bites apart from the rest.

Unimaginable Foods aims to deliver products with the highest environmental standards and cleanest ingredient profiles. We believe everyone should have access to healthy, safe and sustainable foods. By certifying a minimum of 70% of our products as organic,it allows us to provide high quality products with an affordable price.

All ingredients used are inherently gluten-free and our manufacturing facility follows strict gluten free guidelines during production. To be safe, we test every batch to make sure our products fall well below the FDA guidelines.

Nuts and pulses (chickpeas) are the perfect combination of healthy fats, omega 3s and soluble/insoluble fibers to provide a complete amino acid profile. The powerful pairing also helps us become fuller faster and stay fuller longer.

The combination of nuts and pulses (chickpeas) has a satiating effect: making us fuller faster and keeping us fuller longer.

We’re happy to see you’re taking control of your snacking options. We’re confident Unimaginable Foods products’ nutritional profiles and clean ingredient lists won’t let you down. Complete nutritional profiles can be found on our website @ unimaginablefoods.com.If you have any further questions don’t hesitate to contact us at hello@unimaginablefoods.com.

Chickpea Granola Bites aren’t fat-free, however they do not contain ANY trans fats. Additionally, our Chickpea Granola Bites flavors are nut- and seed-based meaning they contain much healthier fats than products containing grains.

Inflammation is the root cause of many modern diseases like obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Too much sugar causes oxidative stress and destroys our cells leading to underlying inflammatory conditions. That’s why we made the promise to keep sugars below 4 grams per serving, which is very rare for a granola as delicious as Chickpea Granola Bites!

We have many diabetic customers who use Unimaginable Foods’ products as part of their daily diet regimen thanks to several of our diabetic-friendly Chickpea Granola Bites flavors! However, we understand each individual’s needs are unique. Please consult your physician prior to any major dietary changes.

We don’t always have enough time to cook, especially for those small meals throughout the day. That’s why it’s important to pay attention to what your snacks consist of and ensure they follow proper nutritional guidelines and are not simply full of fats and added sugars. By snacking healthy you keep your metabolism steady, avoid dramatic post-meal energy crashes and you stay alert and productive throughout the day.

Organic food is grown the way nature intended it: without the use of synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, insecticides, hormones, antibiotics, sewage sludge, irradiation or any genetically modified organisms. When you buy organic you support sustainable agriculture, promote a less toxic environment and become a part of the sustainable future of our planet.

Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are living organisms whose genetic material has been artificially manipulated. More and more of our foods are being treated with harmful herbicides and have led to the emergence of “super weeds” and “super bugs.” GMOs have been linked to a multitude of health problems and negative environmental impact.

Our growing global population demands change to how we feed the world. A plant-based diet uses fewer natural resources, has a lower carbon footprint, ends animal suffering & reduces food insecurity. The sooner we all adopt a plant-based diet, the quicker we can eliminate the animal cruelty associated with factory farming as well as the overuse of antibiotics and air & water pollution.

Thanks to the perfect combination of nuts and pulses (chickpeas), Chickpea Granola Bites can be used as a healthy snack or a satiating meal. Either way, it’s very important to eat several larger meals throughout the day and complement them with healthy snacks in between.

Probiotics & Prebiotics

Probiotics [ for life ] are a good bacteria that help digestion, enhance immunity and have more than 100 other benefits. They help repopulate beneficial intestinal bacteria and balance gut flora. This comes as no surprise as an astounding 70% of your immune health stems from your digestive system.

Probiotics are naturally-occurring in several foods including cultured yogurts, kefir, kimchi and sauerkraut. Probiotic supplements and probiotic-fortified snacks are also an effective way to ingest probiotics. Lucky for you, several of Unimaginable Foods’ products are fortified with dairy-free probiotics!

Prebiotics are natural food ingredients that promote the growth of helpful bacteria in our digestive tract. Simply stated, they are food for probiotics. Good natural sources of prebiotics are bananas, onions, garlic, leeks, asparagus, artichokes, soybeans and whole-wheat foods. Lucky for you, several of Unimaginable Foods’ products are full of prebiotics from plant fiber such as inulin! Probiotics are good bacteria that help digestion, enhance immunity and have more than 100 other benefits. Products that combine prebiotics and probiotics are described as synbiotics since they work synergistically to restore gastrointestinal balance.

Increasing probiotics in your diet may cause mild bloating or gas during the first few days of probiotic therapy. These are normal reactions due to the changing environment in the digestive tract.

No. Different strains target separate areas of the digestive tract where they work best. Additionally, some probiotic strains survive the manufacturing process, shelf life and digestive transit better than others.

Probiotics are helpful in boosting your immunity whether you are sick or attempting to prevent illness from occurring. Due to the nature of the modern human's acidic diet and unhealthy lifestyle, probiotics help keep your system in check. As a result, probiotics can help you maintain the proper balance of gut bacteria and prevent 'bad bacteria' from overgrowing and creating digestive problems. They can also aid in battling and recovering from common illnesses such as colds or flus. Additionally, probiotics can be extremely helpful towards regulating your digestive tract while taking antibiotics.

shipping

Absolutely, we happily deliver to all 50 states so our customers have 100% accessibility to our truly healthy (and delicious) products. You can refer to our Shipping & Return Policy here for additional information.