They are often served as a simple snack with salt, and sometimes with lemon or other seasonings.
Are they nutritious?
Yes. Lupini beans are especially notable for being high in plant protein and dietary fiber. They can make a filling snack and are useful as a plant-based source of protein.
However, beans sold in brine can contain a significant amount of salt, so people watching their sodium intake should check the label or rinse them before eating.
Important safety point
Do not eat raw or improperly prepared bitter lupini beans. Some varieties contain high levels of bitter alkaloids. If you buy dried beans, they need proper soaking and cooking. If you buy them ready-to-eat, follow the package instructions.
In short: The beans in the image are lupini beans—a traditional Mediterranean and North African snack that is boiled, soaked to remove bitterness, and usually eaten salted.
