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About Four Leaf Yellow Split Peas
Yellow split peas have a milder flavor than green peas because of yellow split peas' lower chlorophyll content, according to the Legumeworld web page. You may find that the lighter flavor of yellow split peas makes them a good base for soups or vegetable stews. Nutritiondata.self.com lists yellow split peas as containing high amounts of important nutrients such as fiber, protein and vitamins while containing only a small amount of fat.
Yellow split peas contain high amounts of protein at 16 grams per cup. The high protein content of split peas is particularly beneficial when compared with other sources of protein, such as red meats and dairy products.
Yellow split peas contain 41 grams of carbohydrates per cup, which is 14 percent of your recommended daily amount.
Yellow split peas contain 14 percent of your recommended daily intake of iron per cup. The Medline Plus web page states that your body requires iron to produce the substance hemoglobin, which carries oxygen in your blood throughout your body.
Split pea dip can be made with herbs, a little olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, a few chopped olives, and some cilantro. It can be enjoyed with pita bread, just like hummus. A pilaf can be made combining split peas with brown rice and seasonings that could be a wonderful change of pace as a side dish. Indian cuisine uses a lot of yellow split peas, which they call daal.
Certification
Organic (ACO)
Weight / Volume
350 grams
