Snap bean locally known as ‘green beans’ ‘habitchuelas’ or 'baguio beans' is an annual legume grown for its tender green pods or seeds. . Snap beans are rich sources of beta-carotene, fiber, potassium, calcium, and phosphorus, but are very low in calories and contain no fat, sodium, or cholesterol.
Snap bean is one of the popular legumes in the Philippines. It is known for it’s richness in protein which can is a good substitute for meat specially in places where there is inadequate supply of animal protein. Green pods can also be eaten as a side dish or mixed in a stew with meat, fish and other vegetables in so many variations.