Peeled Fava Beans

Seeds of the legume Vicia faba, with a flattened, oval shape and a creamy-yellow color once peeled. They have a mild, slightly earthy flavor.

Export Availability: Year-round.

Growing Regions: Cusco, Ayacucho, Puno, Huancavelica, and Cajamarca.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

A source of plant-based protein.

Contains folic acid.

Provides complex carbohydrates.

Contains potassium and provitamin A.

Its fiber and resistant starch content helps promote a feeling of fullness.

Supports more gradual carbohydrate absorption.

Provides folate, an important nutrient during pregnancy.

Polypropylene bags of 25–50 kg for export to industrial markets.