Green peas
If you have tried wasabi peas, you know what roasted green peas taste like. Discovered in Egyptian tombs, green peas are an ancient food that have been part of many cultures.
While a 3/4 cup serving of green peas contains only 100 calories, it has more protein than a whole egg or a tablespoon of peanut butter. Green peas even contain a good amount of heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
Green peas are actually a member of the legume family. They do not require the long cooking times that are required by dried legumes such as split peas and pinto beans. You can easily add them into salads, soups, dips, stir-frys, stews or curries.
Most of the green peas available in markets are either frozen or canned. Frozen vegetables retain more nutrients than canned vegetables, so choose frozen peas whenever possible.
If you happen to fresh green peas at a farmers market, look for pods that are firm, have glossy pods with a slightly velvety feel, filled to appear almost bursting, and peas should not rattle loosely in the pod. Pods should not be dull, yellowed, or heavily speckled.
Source: www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov
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If you have tried wasabi peas, you know what roasted green peas taste like. Discovered in Egyptian tombs, green peas are an ancient food that have been part of many cultures.
While a 3/4 cup serving of green peas contains only 100 calories, it has more protein than a whole egg or a tablespoon of peanut butter. Green peas even contain a good amount of heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
Green peas are actually a member of the legume family. They do not require the long cooking times that are required by dried legumes such as split peas and pinto beans. You can easily add t..
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