DeLallo Imported Lupini Beans (Jarred) are a traditional Italian antipasto, plant-based protein and versatile ingredient. These legumes are nutty and sweet in flavor with a firm, yet creamy texture. Lupini beans are considered a superfood, as they are high in protein, but low in calories, carbs and fat. They can be enjoyed on their own as a snack right from the jar or served as a classic antipasto. Be sure to remove their thick skins before eating.
- Classic Italian antipasto.
- Nutty with a slight sweetness.
- Firm, yet creamy in texture.
- Healthy superfood, plant based protein.
- Cured, rinsed and ready to enjoy.
- Convenient resealable jar for ease of use.
- Kosher.
- Non GMO.
- Gluten free.
- Low in fat, calories and carbohydrates.
- Vegan/vegetarian.
- No preservatives.
Kitchen and Usage Tips:
Lupini beans can be enjoyed as a protein-packed snack right from the jar. They are a classic Italian antipasto that can be served on their own or alongside other antipasti like charcuterie, specialty cheeses, pickles and more. Lupini beans are a great plant-based protein, making them perfect for leafy green salads, grain bowls and pasta dishes. Sauté them with olive oil, garlic and your favorite greens to create a vegetarian entrée or filling side dish. Use them as a substitute for chickpeas and cannellini beans in everyday recipes. Serve them as a traditional antipasto on their own with drinks or alongside other charcuterie and cheese board favorites.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What are lupini beans?
Lupini beans, sometimes called “lupin beans,” are a popular legume in the Mediterranean and parts of South America. From the Lupinus plant of the pea family, lupini beans are not edible in their raw form due to their bitterness. The bitter taste is removed after a long soak. They can be eaten straight from the jar or served as a hearty antipasto. Their firm texture holds up in dishes, making them a great ingredient in pastas, salads and more.
What do lupini beans taste like?
Lupini beans are similar to other legumes in that they have a nutty, earthy flavor. Their tough skin is super chewy and should be removed before eating. The bean inside is meaty, sweet and creamy.
What is the difference between lupini beans and butter beans (lima beans)?
Lupini beans and butter beans may look similar in shape, but are completely different legumes. Lupini beans are firmer in texture than butter beans. Their flavor is also richer than the mild, sweet flavor of butter beans. Lupini beans are also a great plant-based protein, as they have a high protein content, yet are low in carbs and calories.
What is the difference between lupini beans and fava beans?
Lupini beans and fava beans are two different beans from two different plants. Fava beans, also known as broad beans, are a type of legume native to the Middle East and North Africa. They are mild and sweet in flavor, while lupini beans have a much richer, nuttier flavor. Lupini beans are native to the Mediterranean and South and Latin Americas. Lupini beans have a firmer texture and require you to remove the skin before eating. Both are healthy legumes, but lupini beans have a higher protein content and are lower in carbs and sugar. Fava beans have a high fiber content.
What is the difference between lupini beans and chickpeas?
Lupini beans and chickpeas are two very different legumes. Even in appearance, these beans couldn’t be more different. Chickpeas are small and round in shape, while lupini beans are yellow and lima-bean-shaped. Chickpeas are much more mild in flavor, drier in texture and not as full of nutrients as lupini beans. Lupini beans have an outer skin that must be removed to enjoy the nutty, firm bean within.
What do I do with lupini beans?
Lupini beans are a high-protein addition to salads, grain bowls and pasta recipes. Sauté lupini beans with olive oil, garlic and your favorite herbs for a hearty, healthy side dish. Lupini beans can be used in place of other beans such as white beans and chickpeas in your favorite recipes. Serve them as a stand-alone antipasto with cocktails or alongside other antipasti like olives, pickled peppers, charcuterie and specialty cheeses.
