These Dapple Grey beans are as elegant in on your plate as the wild horses for which they were likely named. If you’re looking for a bean with a delightfully sweet flavor and hearty texture, then look no further than the Dapple Grey.
Volume: 24oz (1.5lb)
Why they're Slow Food & a Treasured Heirloom:
Dapple Grey beans are said to be sister beans of the Anasazi beans cultivated for centuries by the Anasazi people of the U.S. southwest. Dapple Grey beans are an American heirloom treasured for their sweeter flavor and slightly mealy texture, which lends to the beans being an excellent addition to thick soups.
Now Dapple Grey beans are grown and harvested with much care by many smaller producers and home gardeners. We chose beans from Zursun due to their founder’s dedication to growing, perfecting, and protecting the most delicious bean varieties. We’ve been told Idaho, where this batch of beans was grown, is the downright perfect agricultural setting for nurturing these gorgeous legumes.
Health Benefits
Dapple Grey beans have amazing health benefits! Just one serving, 1/4 cup of cooked beans, contains:
- 25% of the recommended daily value of iron
- 25% of the recommended daily value of calcium
- 24% of the recommended daily value of fiber (9g)
- 7 grams of protein
Uses
Dapple Grey beans make a fantastic addition to soups and chilis. Here are some ideas:
- Our friends at Zursun like to make a rich stew of simply Dapple Grey Beans, chopped carrots, celery, onion, and braised greens
- Their distinctive flavor is also highlighted in vegetarian chilis with lots of tomato
- Take any pinto bean recipe and replace the pintos with Dapple Grey beans for a lower carb result (and less of the unwanted digestive effects of beans)!
- a closely related bean variety
Information Sources
Nutrition Data based on Anasazi Beans - a closely related bean varietySee more Zursun Recipes
