Beans & Lentils

From British Columbia, Canada

Certified Organic Black Eyed Beans from Turkey.

Also referred to as black-eyed peas or goat peas, black-eyed beans are small in size and white in color, save for a black blotch at their center. Despite their confusing name, black-eyed beans do in fact taste quite bean like, which is to say, starchy and earthy.

To…

Certified Organic Black Turtle Beans from Argentina.

Also known as black-seeded beans or simply black beans, turtle beans are beans that are distinguished by their black skin over a light tan or cream flesh. Turtle beans tend to be somewhat smaller than other types of beans, and offer a slightly sweet taste to any recipe…

Certified Organic Kidney Beans from Argentina.

Kidney beans have a firm skin and fluffy inside, so they readily hold up in meaty dishes like chili or a veggie burger patty. All beans contain lectins, which are proteins that can be toxic if the beans are not cooked thoroughly. That said, red kidney beans are particularly…

Certified Organic Navy Beans from Turkey.

Navy beans are a rich source of folate, magnesium, potassium and other nutrients that help in weight loss, trigger metabolism and regulate blood sugars.

To cook navy beans: soak them overnight, strain them, add fresh water and boil for about 60 mins. Navy bean skins are often tough due to their…

Certified Organic Pinto Beans from Turkey.

Pinto beans are medium in size and when dry, they have a speckled beige and brown exterior. Interestingly, they transform in the pot and turn completely brown as they cook. Pinto beans were originally cultivated in Peru before they were spread throughout the Americas. Today, it’s the most popular…

Certified Organic Adzuki Beans from Argentina.

Certified Organic Mung Beans from Argentina.

Mung beans are small, round, and have a green coat. They can be sprouted and enjoyed in classic Asian dishes like Japanese enoki and shitake soup, hulled and split to stew into curative Indian dishes like kitchari, and even made into powders and pastes for smooth treats like Korean…

Certified Organic Chickpeas from Turkey.

Like other legumes, such as lentils, chickpeas are rich in fiber and protein. They also contain several key vitamins and minerals. They can be a healthful addition to a balanced diet. The most common type of Chickpeas, or garbanzo beans has a round shape and a beige color, but other…