Accessible and tasty recipes, with a pinch of science
There are many environmental benefits of beans, including reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving water quality and soil health, and helping save water.
Creamy Chickpea Pasta is a legume party – chickpea pasta noodles, paired with mushrooms and a creamy tofu sauce flavored with fresh herbs and garlic.
Beans are an incredibly nutrient-dense food, packed with fiber, plant protein, and micronutrients. Check out the tables to see just how nutritious beans are!
Healthy baking with beans! These Chocolate Cherry Oat Bean Bars have a slight sweetness and are very filling and satisfying from the oats, nuts, and beans.
Bean dips are a truly beautiful thing. And this Buffalo Chickpea Dip is no exception – it is packed with flavor, and the chickpeas add fiber and plant protein.
Three bean salad is super easy to make, is a nice addition to dinners and parties, makes great leftovers, and is packed with good nutrition. What’s not to love?
BeanCon is a global bean event where people from around the globe gather to discuss the best topic ever – BEANS! Check out photos and more information here.
This February 10th, I want to share a few fun and educational resources that celebrate pulses that I hope you will enjoy. Happy World Pulses Day, everyone!
Let’s spread the bean love with Bean Valentines, friends! After all, nothing says “I love you forever” like a Bean Valentine’s card.
A fast weeknight meal, beans and broccoli is served in a delicious, savory, and well-balanced sauce. The rich flavor doesn’t taste like it only took 10 minutes!
Hello, I’m Chelsea (aka Legume Lady), a PhD student researching legumes. I love to cook - and eat! - and want to share some of my favorite recipes here, with a pinch of the science behind legumes. Read More »