ALBERTA PULSE GROWERS
Alberta Pulse Growers is a not-for-profit organization representing over 5,400 farmers across the province. Here you will find valuable information on pulses, which are the edible seeds of legume plants. These include familiar items such as lentils, chickpeas, peas, and beans. Grown right here in Alberta, these crops are not only a cornerstone of sustainable agriculture but also a fantastic addition to a healthy diet.
On this page, you will find a curated collection of resources designed to help you explore the many benefits and uses of pulses. From simple, delicious recipes to practical cooking tips and an overview of their nutritional value, our aim is to make it easy and enjoyable for you to incorporate these versatile ingredients into your meals. We believe that understanding where our food comes from and how it can contribute to a healthy lifestyle is a rewarding experience.
We invite you to explore this information at your leisure and discover the many ways Alberta pulses can enrich your kitchen.
LATEST RECIPES FROM ALBERTA PULSE GROWERS
Marry Me Mixed Beans
The lighter side of comfort food.
Good-for-you food can taste good, too!
If you think healthy eating means giving up your favourite comfort foods, think again! Most recipes are made lighter with small swaps – leaner cuts of meat, a little less cheese, Greek yogurt instead of mayo, or low-sodium broth instead of regular. Sometimes adding nutrient-dense foods to a dish can be helpful too, such as throwing in a handful of greens or blending in some lentils to add fibre. Getting creative in the kitchen is a great place to start!
If you’re craving something cozy without all the calories, our lighter version of TikTok’s viral “Marry Me Chicken”, offers all the creamy comfort without all the cream. Add our “Marry Me Mixed Beans” to your weekly meal plan and enjoy all the goodness that good food has to offer!
A Little Something Sweet
A little something sweet.
Our favourite secret ingredient makes these sweet treats extra special!
It doesn’t hurt to add a little protein and fibre to your holiday baking, right?
Whether you’re looking for an everyday treat or a holiday-worthy sweet, we have a recipe to satisfy that sweet tooth, with a boost of nutrition to go with it. Check out a few of our favourite dessert recipes below.
Apple Cake with Warm Cranberry Sauce -A perfect dessert to bring to your next holiday gathering.
Chocolate Black Bean Truffles – The best part? The toppings! Roll ‘em in your favourites and enjoy!
Mixed Berry Aqua Faba Meringue Pie -Surprise everyone with this beautiful eggless meringue pie, thanks to yummy chickpeas!
No Bake Lentil Snack Bars – A little peanut butter, a little chocolate, and a little lentil power. The trifecta!
Marble Coffee Cake – Double the beans, double the delicious.
White Bean Berry Cheesecake Bars – This classic dessert is only made better with beans!
About Alberta Pulse Growers
Based in Leduc, Alberta Pulse Growers Commission is a not-for-profit organization that supports over 5,400 Alberta farmers who grow pulses, including field peas, dry beans, chickpeas, lentils, faba beans, soybeans and lupins. Through a refundable levy based on 0.75 per cent of the cash sale on pulse crops sold in the province, Alberta Pulse Growers conducts research, administrative, marketing, advocacy and extension activities on behalf of our members.
With five zones, nine staff, and a farmer-elected Board of 12 Directors, Alberta Pulse Growers promotes the benefits of including pulses in a sustainable crop rotation and in a healthy diet through research and marketing initiatives, all in an effort to increase the sustainability and profitability of pulse production in Alberta.