Farm-Fresh Broad Beans – Classic Garden Veg for Everyday Meals

🫘🌿🍽️ Farm-Fresh Broad Beans – Classic Garden Veg for Everyday Meals

Our Farm-Fresh Broad Beans are a traditional British garden favourite, freshly picked and naturally sweet. These vibrant green beans are rich in plant-based protein, fibre, and a subtle nutty flavour that makes them perfect for everything from stir-fries and stews to creamy dips and refreshing salads. Whether enjoyed on their own or paired with fresh herbs and lemon, broad beans are as nourishing as they are versatile.

💫 Flavour Profile:

Mild & slightly nutty 🌰 | Buttery when cooked 🧈 | Fresh & vibrant 🌿

🌟 Why You’ll Love Them:

• 🫘 Tender and naturally sweet with a buttery, nutty bite

• 🌱 Packed with fibre, protein, folate & iron

• 🍽️ Great for soups, salads, pasta, dips, or simple sides

• 🇬🇧 Grown on British farms — local, seasonal & full of flavour

• 🧑‍🍳 Use fresh, shelled, or double-podded for extra softness

🍽️ How to Use:

• Boil briefly, then toss with olive oil, lemon & mint for a simple salad 🍋

• Mash with garlic & feta for a rustic broad bean dip 🧄🧀

• Add to pasta, risotto or grain bowls for a protein-rich boost 🍝

• Stir into stews, soups, or casseroles for seasonal heartiness 🍲

• Serve with fish or grilled meats as a bright green side 🐟

🫘🍋🌿 Broad Bean, Lemon & Mint Salad

Fresh, zesty and full of vibrant flavour — the perfect summer side.

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2–4):

• 300g fresh broad beans, podded 🫘

• Juice & zest of 1 lemon 🍋

• 1 tbsp olive oil 🫒

• 1 small clove garlic, finely grated or crushed 🧄

• A handful of fresh mint, finely chopped 🌿

• Salt & black pepper to taste 🧂

• Optional: 30g crumbled feta cheese or shaved parmesan 🧀

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Add broad beans and cook for 2–3 minutes.

2. Drain and rinse under cold water. For extra tenderness, pop them out of their skins (optional but worth it!).

3. In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, zest, olive oil, garlic, salt & pepper.

4. Add beans and chopped mint, then toss to coat.

5. Top with cheese if using, and serve chilled or at room temperature.

✨ Perfect as a BBQ side, picnic salad or served with grilled fish or crusty bread.