Broad bean , flat, edible green seeds that grow inside long pods on an upright plant (Vicia faba.
Uses and Cooking
Fresh: Eaten raw when young, or boiled, steamed, and shelled for salads and side dishes.
Dried: Used in soups, stews, and purees.
Fresh: Eaten raw when young, or boiled, steamed, and shelled for salads and side dishes.
Dried: Used in soups, stews, and purees.
- Farming:
Planted as a cover crop to add nitrogen back into the soil.
Nutrition and HealthNutrients: High in plant protein, dietary fiber, iron, and folate.
- Health warning: People with a genetic condition called G6PD deficiency should avoid eating them, as they can trigger a serious medical condition called hemolytic anemia.
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