Fresh broad beans (kg)

Fresh broad beans are part of the legume family, but they are considered a vegetable for nutritional purposes. They belong to the papilionaceous family, the same as green beans. They come in green pods and can be eaten raw or cooked. They come in various sizes, with baby broad beans being the most commonly consumed. Properties and benefits: Fresh broad beans are low in calories and have many benefits. They contain the following vitamins: C, A, E, B1, B2, and minerals such as iron, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, sodium, and calcium. They help with fluid retention due to their potassium content, and their high fiber content helps with constipation. The fiber is mainly found in the skin, which also provides a feeling of satiety. They have a high protein and carbohydrate content. Their potassium content helps with muscle function and the nervous system. Nutritional value per 100g: Energy (kcal) - 54.25 Protein (g) - 4.60 Fat (g) - 0.40 Carbohydrates (g) - 8.60 Cholesterol (mg) - 0.00 Fiber (g) - 4.20 Storage and tips: Fresh broad beans can be stored similarly to fresh peas, in the refrigerator in a perforated plastic bag with paper towel. If you want to freeze them, remove the pods and place them in freezer bags. This way, you can have broad beans whenever you want. In addition to the pod, broad beans have a skin that can also be consumed. If you want to remove it, we recommend blanching them for 3 or 4 minutes and then immediately placing them in very cold water or ice. Once they are cold, you can easily remove the skin. They can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days, but you can also freeze them, although you should blanch them for about 2 minutes before freezing. Recipe and uses in the kitchen: Fresh broad beans do not require much cooking, just a few minutes in a pot and they will be ready to be added to stews, soups, or simply sautéed with ham. In winter, you can add them to any stew, but if you feel like a fresh salad, you can also make one with broad beans. You will need red onion, radishes, walnuts, and quinoa. Before making the salad, you will need to cook the quinoa. It can be paired with any ingredient.