Flageolet bean
The flageolet bean is a variety of the common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) originating from France. The flageolet is picked before full maturity and dried in the shade to retain its green color. The bean is small, light green, and kidney-shaped. The texture is firm and creamy when shelled and cooked. The flageolet bean is grown in California.
| Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz) | |
|---|---|
| Energy | 1,084 kJ (259 kcal) |
19.8 g | |
| Sugars | 1.0 g |
| Dietary fiber | 40.4 g |
6.2 g | |
Protein | 30.4 g |
| †Percentages estimated using US recommendations for adults, except for potassium, which is estimated based on expert recommendation from the National Academies. | |
Flageolet bean varieties include:
- Chevrier (the original heirloom)
- Elsa
- Flambeau
- Flamingo
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