Even though they’re all found in the same aisle at the grocery store, there’s one key difference between tree nuts (which include almonds, walnuts, cashews, and pistachios, to name a few) and peanuts.

There’s no denying that both chickpeas and peanuts are naturally loaded with the goodness of nutrients, taste and a crunchy texture, which makes these two foods a perfect snacking staple. But there’s ...