Devi Mineral Resource India Pvt., Ltd - Food Grains & Cereals

A variety of lentils exist with colors that range from yellow to red-orange to green, brown and black. The plant originated in the Near East, and has been part of the human diet, since the aceramic Neolithic, being one of the first crops domesticated in the Near East. With 25% protein it is the vegetable with the highest level of protein other than soyabeans.

Chickpeas need a subtropical or tropical climate and more than 400mm annual rain. It is often used as an alternative protein product with vegetarians and vegans and is one of the plants with the highest amount of protein. Large, round, cream-colored bean. Nutty flavor and crunch texture. Features in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dishes.