Bean varietals – Ralston Family Farms Store

Regeneratively grown with the same care as our artisanal rice, our beans, lentils, and chickpeas have exceptional flavor, satisfying texture, and wholesome nutrition. From earthy to creamy, each variety brings something unique to your table. Find your new favorite!

Bean Varieties

From pantry staples to heirloom favorites, beans offer creamy, earthy, and nutty flavors that bring depth to every meal.

Black Beans

Black Beans

A versatile source of protein & fiber, perfect for soups, salads, bowls, tacos, sides, and plant-based meals.

Flavor and aroma

Mild & Earthy

Dense

Smooth & Creamy

Cooking time

Quick CookSlow Cook

Red Beans

Red Beans

Hearty source of fiber, providing 25% of the daily value per serving—great for chili, soups, rice dishes, and salads.

Flavor and aroma

Savory, Subtle Sweetness

Velvety Smooth

Cooking time

Quick CookSlow Cook

Pink Beans

Pink Beans

Delicate brownish-pink beans that cook to a rusty red color, an all natural source of protein, iron, & fiber.

Flavor and aroma

Rich, Meaty

Slightly Powdery Texture

Cooking time

Quick CookSlow Cook

Lentils

Packed with essential nutrients, our wholesome legumes require no soaking, and fit effortlessly into a variety of yummy meals.

Black Lentils

Black Lentils

Often called Caviar Lentils, nutrient-dense & hold their shape when cooked, delivering a delightful caviar-like pop.

Flavor and aroma

Subtle, Naturally Peppery

Al Dente

Cooking time

Quick CookSlow Cook

Green Lentils

Green Lentils

Green lentils hold their shape when cooked, with a rich nutty-peppery flavor and firm texture ideal for salads and bo...

Flavor and aroma

Nutty, Naturally Peppery

Firm, Creamy Interior

Cooking time

Quick CookSlow Cook

Chickpeas

Vibrant in color, rich in flavor, & naturally wholesome. A versatile pantry staple perfect for salads, soups, hummus, grain bowls, and more.

Desi Chickpeas

Desi Chickpeas

A flavorful, sustaining source of protein and fiber with firm chickpeas perfect for curries and stews.

Black Chickpeas

Black Chickpeas

A flavorful, sustaining source of protein and fiber with firm chickpeas perfect for curries and stews.

Better Ingredients Make For Better Recipes

Cooking with beans

Cheesy Rice Grits

Cheesy Rice Grits

Easy, cheesy comfort food that will leave your whole family happy!

Antioxidant-Rich Purple Fried Rice

Antioxidant-Rich Purple Fried Rice

Try this healthier spin for a new fried rice favorite!

5-minute Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

5-minute Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl

This new Heat & Eat recipe will take your weeknight dinner to a new level!

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