CH. 31: Legumes, Nuts, Seeds

A dry legume is a seed or seed pod from a young plant sold as a vegetable.

• True

• False

Legumes are an excellent source of protein.

• True

• False

Beans, split peas, and lentils are all forms of legumes.

• True

• False

Dry legumes should be refrigerated.

• True

• False

Beans must absorb water before they can begin to cook.

• True

• False

Split peas and lentils take longer to cook than beans.

• True

• False

Tofu provides complete protein.

• True

• False

Peanuts are actually legumes.

• True

• False

Nuts are cholesterol-free.

• True

• False

A seed is an edible kernel surrounded by a hard shell.

• True

• False