What are legumes?
Legume - a pod, such as that of a pea or bean, that splits into two valves with the seeds attached to one edge of the valves.
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Legumes are an erect or climbing bean or pea plant of the family Leguminosae: the fruit or seed of any of various bean plants.
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Legumes is the fruit or seed of plants of the legume family (as peas or beans) used for food. Thanks for using ChaCha!
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A pod, such as that of a pea or bean, that splits into two valves with the seeds attached to one edge of the valves. ChaCha!
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Legumes, more commonly known as beans, are good sources of protein and fiber. Legumes can be eaten fresh, canned, frozen, or dried
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Legumes are vegetables that includes beans, peas and lentils - low fat, no cholesterol, high protein & other nutrients. ChaCha!
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