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The roveja is a small legume similar to the pea, by the roveja colored suit is also resistant to low temperatures, is cultivated in spring and summer and it does not need much water. Roveja is much protein, especially if eaten dried, has a high content of carbohydrates, phosphorus, potassium and very little fat. The manual harvest is definitely the reason for his disappearance, after the arrival of tractors, in the years 50/60 crops such as this are abandoned to their fate. Today is everywhere and only resist was almost abandoned few farmers in the Nerina valley, in particular in Cascia, ARi, maintains and protects an important gastronomic tradition and a unique flavor. In this valley the roveja is sown in March at an altitude of between 600 and 1200 m and is harvested between late July and early August.

Combined with whole grains are great for getting a top nutritional diet. Do not underestimate the content of lecithin known for the prevention of high cholesterol.

Our Organic Lentils is cultivated in Cascia mountain. It is characterized by a small size and a color that varies from grain to grain. Lentils (lens culinaris) is a strongly linked to food Italian gastronomic tradition.

Used since the Egyptians, the seed grows even in difficult conditions, It is resistant to drought and low temperatures. Grass pea is rich in iron, protein, starch, calcium, phosphorus and dietary fiber. It is a healthy ingredient and a versatile legume.