Legumbres Montes

These chickpeas are from the region of Fuentesaúco, located in province of Zamora, Castilla y Leon (Spain).

It is characterized by a soft and uniform skin of intermediate roughness, well adhered to the grain, creamy color and without spots, medium to large size, pronounced and curved beak. Its texture is buttery, uniform and always of pleasant taste. Furthermore, the skin is practically imperceptible, is the thinnest known for these legumes, keeping their integrity intact during cooking.

They have the Protected Geographical Indication “Garbanzo de Fuentesaúco”. The chickpeas are grown on the certified parcels by registered farmers who respect all the rules and regulations for growing this kind of chickpea.

It is advisable to keep these chickpeas to soak at least 8 hours before cooking.

Medium size lentil, between 5 and 7 mm and a light-green color. Sometimes mottled. It has an exquisite taste, very soft texture, a barely noticeable skin.

These Lentils stands above the others for its greater richness in protein, fibre and iron. Its fine and uniform texture and the softness of its skin, which seems almost nonexistent are characteristic.

They are traditionally used in different kinds of soups and stews, mostly combined with various meats and vegetables.

They have the Protected Geographical Indication “Lenteja de la Armuna”. The lentils are grown on the certified parcels by registered farmers who respect all the rules and regulations for growing these lentils.

It is advisable to keep these lentils to soak at least 8 hours before cooking.