6 Unconventional Ways to Eat More Beans

Adding legumes to your diet can be as delicious as dessert — literally.

Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Alexandra Schwarz, MD

Updated on October 31, 2023

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Beans and pulses are good for the body because they’re low in saturated fat, are high in fiber, contain phytoestrogens, provide antioxidants, are high in iron, and are rich in micronutrients, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.

Beans are featured in your favorite meals already — like your Chipotle burrito bowl — but sometimes you’re just not in the mood for a big pot of beans for dinner. Turns out, you can amp up the beans in your diet in fun and creative ways. Learn more about other plant-based sources of protein here.

References

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. (2016). Health benefit of pulses.

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. (2016). The international year of pulses: Final report.

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