Green Beans

Fun Fact:

  • The French were the first to put green beans on their menu. In the past, all green beans had a string running along the curve of the pod
  • In 1894, scientists learned how to grow green beans without the string

Place of Origin:

  • Peru

Produced:

  • Wisconsin
  • New York
  • Oregon

Nutrients and Benefits:

  • Green beans contain small amount of calcium
  • Vitamin K helps keep our blood healthy

Nutrient Daily Value (DV):

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Cooked:
    • Vitamin K: 10% DV

Edible Parts:

  • Fruit
  • Seeds

Edible Colors: 

  • Green

Growing Season:

  • Warm

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