The UN designated last year as “The Year of Pulses.” At Gastronomic Spain we aim to make the traditional gastronomy of our country known through the best dishes and products. And among them, legumes such as chickpeas and lentils cannot of course be absent.
Benefits of chickpeas and lentils
Legume dishes, including stew, fabada or lentils, are not only part of the traditional Spanish cookbook. In addition to being delicious, they are healthy and healthy. But do you know all its properties?
Chickpeas: a real stress barrier
This fiber-rich legume is known above all for its nutritional properties. However, it also hides other health benefits. Thanks to its high fiber content, it prevents constipation and helps lower cholesterol levels. In addition to fiber, chickpeas contain a large amount of iron, folic acid, magnesium and other essential nutrients for the proper functioning of the neuronal system. This makes consuming chickpeas the best ally against stress and fatigue.
In addition to being the star ingredient in Madrid stew and the most varied hot and cold dishes, chickpeas are present in many Mediterranean and oriental recipes such as farinatta or hummus.
Lentils: More Than Iron
We know that lentils have a lot of iron and that their regular consumption prevents anemia, but they also have many other properties. They contain very little fat and a high satiating power for which they can be included in weight loss diets.
Lentils are also rich in potassium and help eliminate fluids. They have a lot of vitamin B, (essential for the functioning of the nervous system), and folates, which help to avoid bad moods and depression.
Another unexpected property of lentils is that due to their high zinc content they are an aphrodisiac food since it increases sexual desire and the creation of sperm.
Finally, the consumption of lentils helps prevent heart disease since they reduce bad cholesterol thanks to its high fiber content and its low concentration of lipids and fats.
Surely after knowing all the benefits of chickpeas and lentils, your appetite has been whetted and you would like to give a good account of a good plate of lentils accompanied by a glass of Rioja. Thanks to our online service, you can enjoy a succulent Madrid stew, some rich lentils or a strong Asturian bean stew. Make your order online, heat, serve … and at the table!
