legumiiniä
Legumiiniä is a Finnish term that broadly refers to legumes, which are plants of the family Fabaceae or Leguminosae. This category includes a wide variety of edible plants grown for their seeds, pods, or leaves. Common examples of legumiiniä found in Finnish cuisine and agriculture include peas (herneet), beans (pavut), lentils (linssit), fava beans (härkäpavut), and lupins (lupiinit).
Legumiiniä are significant sources of protein, dietary fiber, and various micronutrients, making them an important part
Modern Finnish agriculture also cultivates certain types of legumiiniä, with a growing interest in their role
While not as central to everyday Finnish meals as some other food groups, legumiiniä are incorporated into