Flageolet Beans (Cooked) Nutrition Facts
Flageolet beans are small, pale green French beans prized for their delicate, creamy texture and subtle, refined flavor. They're considered the caviar of beans in French cuisine.
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving
Health Benefits
- ✓Gentle on digestion compared to other beans
- ✓Good protein source with delicate texture
- ✓Contains iron for energy and oxygen transport
- ✓Rich in fiber for cardiovascular health
- ✓Low in fat while high in nutrients
Best For
Storage
Dried flageolet beans store in an airtight container for up to 1 year. Cooked beans refrigerate for 5 days or freeze for 3 months.
Serving Sizes
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are flageolet beans so expensive?
Flageolet beans are harvested young before fully mature, requiring precise timing. They're primarily grown in France with limited production, making them rarer than other beans.
What do flageolet beans taste like?
Flageolet beans have a delicate, subtle flavor with creamy texture and slight herbal notes. They're less earthy than other beans, with an elegant, refined taste.
What can substitute for flageolet beans?
Cannellini beans or navy beans are the closest substitutes, though they lack flageolets' distinctive pale green color and delicate flavor.
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