Borlotti beans 500g

Borlotti beans are undoubtedly among the most widespread and consumed legumes. They are distinguished by their seeds enclosed inside white pods streaked with red. They are also a food with a complete nutritional profile, as they are an excellent source of carbohydrates, proteins, fibers and glucodrin, molecules effective in controlling blood sugar.

Added to all this is a good quantity of vitamins (especially A, B, C and E), a fair quantity of mineral salts and micronutrients such as lecithin, which is effective in controlling the level of cholesterol in the blood and in general in protecting the cardiovascular system.

Thanks to their versatility, Borlotti beans can be used to prepare different dishes. Starting from classic soups, minestrone, cream soups, side dishes and summer salads. Recently, they have also been used in the preparation of sweet dishes, as a main combination with chocolate.