Does anyone know anything about Broad Beans?

Question

I am doing a research assignment and need all the info that i can get about Broad Beans such as the ecological niche and also other points that will ensure a fair test. Anyway website links or info (with references if possible) would be great. thanks!

Answer 1

For centuries broad beans were a valuable source of protein when meat was scarce. They are high in protein (about 25% when dried) but lack some amino-acids so should be combined with a grain such as wheat, barley or rice. This is done quite naturally which is why popular dishes such as beans on toast and dhal and rice contain both a bean and a grain.

Broad beans also contain copper, niacin, folate and vitamin C. There is of course more of these nutrients, especially vitamin C, in fresh beans than dried