Legumes are a valuable source of protein, and thus a high-value food product. The most common plants of the Fabaceae family are beans, which are used in many dishes worldwide. Beans occur in different species and varieties - edible seeds can be white, green, red, large or small (mung beans). Chickpeas are an underrated crop that comes from Asia. It is characterized by a distinctive sweet-nutty flavor. Soya, broad beans and peas are also legumes.
