Tag: Legumes vs vegetables

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's MyPlate program, dried beans and peas are counted in both the protein and vegetable food groups. However, many vegetables are not part of the legume family, which includes peas, beans, and lentils. The answer to 'Which of these vegetables is not in the peas, beans, and lentil group?' depends on understanding the botanical family Fabaceae and distinguishing its members from other plant types.

According to the USDA's MyPlate guidelines, edamame is part of the "beans, peas, and lentils" subgroup, which can count towards both your daily vegetable and protein intake. This means that dried edamame counts as a vegetable, as well as a great source of complete protein and other nutrients.