Yellow french beans

DESCRIPTION

The yellow French bean is a prized variety of French bean (also known as Haricot Jaune) noted for its colorful yellow hue.

ORIGIN

The same as french bean, has its origin is Central and South America and it is introduced in Europe by the spanish and portuguese in the 19Th century. It was cultivated in the Mesoamerican and Southern Andes regions.

CULTURE

Their color makes it a very attractive plant for enhancing a dish, in addition to providing a great source of nutrients. Inside the pods is a succulent meat that is accompanied by a handful of small and tender yellow seeds possessing a sweet flavor and crunchy texture. Their ideal size is seven to eight centimeters long.

NUTRITIONAL VALUE

17 calories per 100 grams.
They contain many vitamins (A, C, D and E) that help the immune system, are rich in iron as well as fiber, which helps lower cholesterol. Experts recommend eating yellow French beans to prevent migraines.

GASTRONOMY

A simple and appetizing summer recipe or as a garnish for other dishes are yellow and green French beans, sautéed in olive oil with some garlic and diced ham. Just stir the ingredients in a pan for about two or three minutes and then add the ham and sauté everything for a minute more. This recipe is fast, simple, tasty, and above all, very healthy. Because of its color and flavor, this recipe will launch you to the same heights as the best chefs in Paris.