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	* '''[[Ingredient:Garbanzo_beans\|Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas)]]:''' Round and firm with a nutty profile, widely used in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines for hummus and falafel.		* '''[[Ingredient:Garbanzo_beans\|Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas)]]:''' Round and firm with a nutty profile, widely used in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines for hummus and falafel.
	* '''[[Ingredient:Black-eyed_peas\|Black-Eyed Peas]]:''' Earthy and savory legumes essential to Southern cooking and rich stews.		* '''[[Ingredient:Black-eyed_peas\|Black-Eyed Peas]]:''' Earthy and savory legumes essential to Southern cooking and rich stews.
			* '''[[Ingredient:Lentils\|Lentils]]:''' Fast-cooking, small legumes essential for Indian dals and hearty stews.
			* '''[[Ingredient:Split_peas\|Split Peas]]:''' Dried and peeled peas that break down easily, perfect for thick, creamy soups.
			* '''[[Ingredient:Edamame\|Edamame]]:''' Young, protein-rich soybeans traditionally steamed in the pod as a snack.
			* '''[[Ingredient:Green_peas\|Green Peas]]:''' Sweet, soft spherical legumes popular in pot pies, curries, and fried rice.
	* '''[[Ingredient:Navy_beans\|Navy Beans]]:''' Small, oval white beans that break down easily, making them the traditional choice for baked beans and pureed soups.		* '''[[Ingredient:Navy_beans\|Navy Beans]]:''' Small, oval white beans that break down easily, making them the traditional choice for baked beans and pureed soups.
	* '''[[Ingredient:Great_Northern_beans\|Great Northern Beans]]:''' A medium-sized white bean with a delicate flavor that easily absorbs surrounding seasonings.		* '''[[Ingredient:Great_Northern_beans\|Great Northern Beans]]:''' A medium-sized white bean with a delicate flavor that easily absorbs surrounding seasonings.

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	* '''[[Ingredient:Cannellini_beans\|Cannellini Beans]]:''' Also known as white kidney beans, they have a silky texture and nutty flavor popular in Italian cooking.		* '''[[Ingredient:Cannellini_beans\|Cannellini Beans]]:''' Also known as white kidney beans, they have a silky texture and nutty flavor popular in Italian cooking.
	* '''[[Ingredient:Garbanzo_beans\|Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas)]]:''' Round and firm with a nutty profile, widely used in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines for hummus and falafel.		* '''[[Ingredient:Garbanzo_beans\|Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas)]]:''' Round and firm with a nutty profile, widely used in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines for hummus and falafel.
			* '''[[Ingredient:Black-eyed_peas\|Black-Eyed Peas]]:''' Earthy and savory legumes essential to Southern cooking and rich stews.
	* '''[[Ingredient:Navy_beans\|Navy Beans]]:''' Small, oval white beans that break down easily, making them the traditional choice for baked beans and pureed soups.		* '''[[Ingredient:Navy_beans\|Navy Beans]]:''' Small, oval white beans that break down easily, making them the traditional choice for baked beans and pureed soups.
	* '''[[Ingredient:Great_Northern_beans\|Great Northern Beans]]:''' A medium-sized white bean with a delicate flavor that easily absorbs surrounding seasonings.		* '''[[Ingredient:Great_Northern_beans\|Great Northern Beans]]:''' A medium-sized white bean with a delicate flavor that easily absorbs surrounding seasonings.

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[[File:Assorted_beans.jpg|thumb|right|300px|A diverse assortment of dried beans and legumes]]
Beans are nutritional powerhouses and a foundational staple in diets worldwide. They are prized for their high protein content, complex carbohydrates, and immense versatility in both savory and sweet applications.

== Bean Varieties ==
There are hundreds of bean varieties cultivated globally. Here are some of the most common pantry staples:
* '''[[Ingredient:Black_beans|Black Beans]]:''' A dense, meaty bean with a slightly sweet flavor, essential in Latin American and Caribbean cuisines.
* '''[[Ingredient:Pinto_beans|Pinto Beans]]:''' Earthy and creamy, these speckled beans are the classic choice for refried beans and Tex-Mex dishes.
* '''[[Ingredient:Kidney_beans|Kidney Beans]]:''' Large, firm, and reddish-brown, these hold their shape perfectly in long-simmered chilis and stews.
* '''[[Ingredient:Cannellini_beans|Cannellini Beans]]:''' Also known as white kidney beans, they have a silky texture and nutty flavor popular in Italian cooking.
* '''[[Ingredient:Garbanzo_beans|Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas)]]:''' Round and firm with a nutty profile, widely used in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines for hummus and falafel.
* '''[[Ingredient:Navy_beans|Navy Beans]]:''' Small, oval white beans that break down easily, making them the traditional choice for baked beans and pureed soups.
* '''[[Ingredient:Great_Northern_beans|Great Northern Beans]]:''' A medium-sized white bean with a delicate flavor that easily absorbs surrounding seasonings.
* '''[[Ingredient:Lima_beans|Lima Beans (Butter Beans)]]:''' Flat, pale green or white beans known for their distinctively rich, buttery texture.
* '''[[Ingredient:Fava_beans|Fava Beans (Broad Beans)]]:''' Bright green, tender spring beans with an earthy, slightly sweet flavor.
* '''[[Ingredient:Adzuki_beans|Adzuki Beans]]:''' Small red beans heavily utilized in East Asian cuisines, often boiled with sugar to make sweet red bean paste.
* '''[[Ingredient:Mung_beans|Mung Beans]]:''' Tiny green legumes commonly sprouted or used in both savory and sweet Asian dishes.

== Nutritional Information ==
''Values based on a standard 100g (3.5 oz) serving of generic boiled beans (e.g., black beans) cooked from dry without added salt.''

{| class="wikitable"
! Nutrient !! Amount
|-
| '''Calories''' || 132 kcal
|-
| '''Protein''' || 8.9 g
|-
| '''Total Fat''' || 0.5 g
|-
| '''Saturated Fat''' || 0.1 g
|-
| '''Carbohydrates''' || 23.7 g
|-
| '''Sodium''' || 1 mg
|}

== Culinary Uses ==
- A highly cost-effective, plant-based protein base for bowls, salads, and meal preps.
- Excellent for thickening soups and stews as their naturally high starches release into the broth.
- Can be pureed into dips (like hummus or bean dip) or mashed into vegetarian burger patties.

[[Category:Ingredients]]
[[Category:Legumes]]
[[Category:Pantry Staples]]