Kidney bean
Kidney bean
The Kidney bean (Phaseolus vulgaris), also known as the red bean, is a variety of the common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris). It is named for its visual resemblance in shape and color to a kidney.
Pronunciation
Kidney bean: /ˈkɪdni biːn/
Etymology
The term "kidney bean" has been used in English since the 17th century. The name is a direct reference to the shape of the bean, which resembles that of a kidney.
Description
Kidney beans are a type of legume, and they are a very good source of dietary fiber and protein. They are also rich in folic acid, iron, and magnesium.
Related terms
- Bean: A seed of one of several genera of the flowering plant family Fabaceae, which are used as vegetables for human or animal food.
- Legume: A plant in the family Fabaceae, or a fruit of these specific plants. A legume fruit is a simple dry fruit that usually dehisces (opens along a seam) on two sides.
- Dietary fiber: The portion of plant-derived food that cannot be completely broken down by human digestive enzymes.
- Protein: A type of nutrient that is essential for the body's growth and repair.
- Vitamin B9: Also known as folic acid, it is a type of B vitamin that is key for cell growth, metabolism, and the formation of white blood cells.
- Iron: A mineral that is crucial in the function of red blood cells.
- Magnesium: A mineral important for bone structure and the health of muscles, including the heart.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Kidney bean
- Wikipedia's article - Kidney bean
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