Can you eat the leaves of broad beans?

Most growers of fava beans probably never even thought about eating the tops of broad bean plants, but it turns out that, yes, broad bean leaves (aka: greens) are, indeed, edible.

Are bean leaves edible?

Bean leaves from all types of beans are edible and are used in cooked dishes from many cuisines. The leaves can also be eaten fresh but tend to be overly fibrous for most people.

What are the benefits of beans leaves?

Bean leaves contain significant amounts vitamin A zinc and iron that are important within the diet. Different genotypes and varieties contain different amounts of vitamin A and zinc. However they contain nearly equal amounts of iron so whichever variety consumed will deliver significant amounts.

Can you cook bean leaves?

Bean leaves



They’re among my favorite greens for how versatile they are; you can eat pea shoots raw or cooked, or turn them into “pesto.”