Legumes are a subcategory of vegetables, which include plants with fruiting pods. The legume category is divided into three ...

The legumes resemble small lenses. Lentil crops are annually grown and belong to the Fabaceae plant family. The pods contain edible seeds, each pod producing at least two seeds that can be split ...

These healthy, edible pods are a popular legume that are featured in an array of dishes such as casseroles and stir frys. They are perfect for side dishes as well and pair well with savory roasts.