It’s a member of the Cajanus Cajan family of color cremates or light gray, flecked, dotted or mottled of grey. The culturing of this bean dates back to at least 1000 B.C.

Health Benefits: Pigeon peas contain high levels of protein and the important amino acids, methionine, lysine and tryptophan. In combination with cereals, pigeon peas make a well balanced food.

Nutritional specifications: ½ cup contains 352 calories, 22.3 g of proteins, 0 g of cholesterol, 1.6 g of fat, 17.5 mg of sodium, 64.4 g of carb. and 15.4 grams of fiber.