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Yellow Wax Beans

Phaseolus vulgaris Allergen-Free
yellow wax beans

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Fabaceae
  • Primary Cuisine European, American
  • Seasonality Summer-Early Fall
  • Source Wax bean plant

¿Qué es Yellow Wax Beans?

A variety of common bean, similar to green beans but with a vibrant yellow pod, offering a crisp texture and a mild, slightly sweeter flavor.

"The milder, often overlooked cousin in the snap bean family."

¿A qué sabe Yellow Wax Beans?

Mild, slightly sweet, earthy, tender

Taste
Mild, Slightly Sweet, Earthy
Texture
Crisp-Tender, Succulent
Aroma
Fresh, Grassy
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Cooking Time (Boil)

5-7 minutes

Global Cultivation

Over 27 million tons annually (green & wax beans combined)

Vitamin K Content

100g provides 14% DV

Información Nutricional

Per 110g (1 cup)
Calories31 kcal
Total Fat0.2 g
Saturated Fat0.1 g
Trans Fat0.0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein1.8 g
Total Carbohydrate7.0 g
Dietary Fiber2.7 g
Total Sugars3.3 g
Calcium37 mg
Iron1.0 mg
Potassium209 mg

El Secreto del Chef

Blanching yellow wax beans in salted boiling water for just 2-3 minutes then shocking in ice water retains their vibrant color and crisp-tender texture.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Yellow Wax Beans

El mejor sustituto para Yellow Wax Beans es Green Beans, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Identical texture and shape, similar flavor profile, only difference is color.

Sustitutos para Yellow Wax Beans con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Green Beans Mejor 1:1 Identical texture and shape, similar flavor profile, only difference is color.
Haricots Verts 1:1 Finer texture and more delicate flavor, excellent for elegant presentations.
Snap Peas 1:1 Crisp texture and sweet flavor, can be used raw or lightly cooked.
Asparagus 1:1 Distinctive flavor and tender-crisp texture, good for similar cooking methods.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Yellow Wax Beans

  1. Choose firm, unblemished pods that snap easily.
  2. Avoid limp or discolored beans.
  3. Store refrigerated.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Yellow Wax Beans?

  • Butter
  • almonds
  • garlic
  • lemon
  • bacon
  • herbs (dill
  • parsley)
  • potatoes
  • tomatoes.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Yellow Wax Beans?

Mild, slightly sweet, earthy, tender Fresh, Grassy

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Yellow Wax Beans?

El mejor sustituto es Green Beans (1:1). Identical texture and shape, similar flavor profile, only difference is color.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Yellow Wax Beans?

Choose firm, unblemished pods that snap easily. Avoid limp or discolored beans. Store refrigerated.

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