Fava Beans

SELECT

Fava beans are available fresh, canned and dried for good nutrition and convenience. When choosing fresh fava beans, find pods that are firm but without many markings. The pods will look a little like giant green beans, long and plump, varying slightly in length, with some bronzing on the outside of the pod. The pods should be heavy, with just a hint of the rounded beans inside. 

Nutrient Content Claims
Low fat, Saturated fat free, Cholesterol free, Good source of vitamin B-1, Good source of copper, Good source of iron, Good source of magnesium, Good source of phosphorous, Good source of potassium, High in fiber, High in folate, High in manganese 

STORE

To store fava bean pods, place them in a plastic bag in the crisper section of the refrigerator right away. The pods will keep for five to seven days in the refrigerator.

SERVE

Top 10 Ways to Enjoy Fava Beans 

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