DAVA's legumes are truly special. Whether you choose our Fuego beans or Ingrid peas, they are all produced organically right here in Denmark.
The Danish Health Authority Recommends More Legumes
Have you seen the Danish Health Authority's new dietary guidelines, which focus on both health and climate-friendliness? They recommend consuming at least 100g of legumes daily. If you've seen their advertisement, you might have wondered what exactly a legume is.
A Bit About Legumes
You probably recognise chickpeas and kidney beans. However, legumes are a broad category of crops from the pea family, rich in both protein and dietary fibres. These qualities have made them popular among vegetarians, but for many, they only appear as a distant acquaintance in dishes like hummus, falafel, or chilli con carne.
Legumes have a reputation for being a bit dull – but that doesn't have to be the case! With the right recipes, legumes can be a delicious part of your meal. You might have encountered them in hummus, falafel, or chilli con carne. These are all great options, but it doesn't stop there. Legumes are incredibly versatile.
A World of Colourful Legumes
Legumes are more than just chickpeas and kidney beans. They come in a variety of shapes and colours: from tiny lentils to large broad beans, and in nearly every colour of the rainbow – some even have beautiful patterns. Different legumes offer various textures and flavours, so it's just a matter of finding your favourites. We have recipes for inspiration – making it easier to meet the Danish Health Authority's recommendation of 100g of cooked legumes daily.
