legume

Everyday

1. A legume is a plant that grows its seeds in pods, such as peas, beans, lentils, peanuts and clover. tree →
2. Legumes are also the seeds or pods we eat from these plants. tree →

In the lessons

Science, food and farming: legumes are rich in protein and fibre; their roots hold tiny bacteria that add nitrogen to the soil, which helps farmers. It tells the reader about healthy food and plant science.

Examples

• Peas and beans are legumes. tree →
• Legumes are a good source of protein. tree →
• Clover is a legume that makes soil richer. tree →
• Peanuts are legumes, not true nuts. tree →
• We cooked a soup with lots of legumes. tree →
• Farmers plant legumes to put nitrogen back into the soil. tree →

Note

Plural: legumes. Say «LEG-yoom». Myth-buster: a peanut is a legume, not a nut.