SOTON BEANS
A Royal Veggie with Global Superpowers!
💡 Did you know?
French beans were once a royal wedding gift! In 1533, the Pope gave his niece a bag of these beans for her marriage to Prince Henri of France. But that’s not all—these little green wonders are packed with protein and eaten in delicious ways all over the world. Let’s jump into the fun story of French beans!
🤔Why Are French Beans So Special?
French beans (scientific name: Phaseolus vulgaris) are crunchy, tasty, and full of nutrients. They grow in long, skinny pods and come in green, yellow, and even purple colors!
The “French” in their name doesn’t mean they’re from France—they actually came from Central and South America! They are now also grown in Europe, Australia, Ghana and China.
💪Bean Power!
French beans have more protein than most veggies. They may be small, but they’re mighty healthy! Here’s what’s inside 100g
| Nutrients | Amount |
| Energy | 139 kcal |
| Protein | 10g |
| Carbohydrates | 25g |
| Vitamin B1 | 10% of daily needs |
| Iron | 21% of daily needs |
| Potassium | 19% of daily needs |
How Do People Eat French Beans Around the World?
- France– ‘Cassoulet‘ Stewed with meats in a rich sauce!
- North America– ‘Succotash‘ Cooked with corn, veggies, and meat or fish!
- Romania– ‘Smoked Pork & Beans‘ Slow-cooked with smoky flavor!