Slowfood Organic Cooked Trasimeno Beans

Slowfood® Presidium from Lake Trasimeno, Grown in Castiglione del Lago

A treasure trove of biodiversity that encapsulates centuries of lakeside tradition in every bite

The Trasimeno Bean of Podere Marella

Slowfood Organic Trasimeno Beans represent a unique gastronomic heritage of lakeside Umbria, a microbean with ancient origins that Podere Marella cultivates with devotion in Castiglione del Lago. This extraordinary legume, recognized as a Slowfood® Presidium, stands out for its tiny size and exceptional nutritional qualities: a protein content 5-15% higher than that of common beans and 30-50% higher fiber. Their natural preparation preserves their essence intact, with just three ingredients—water, organic beans, and salt—in a jar that preserves the purity of a territory dedicated to biodiversity. A 100% Italian product with no additives, these cooked beans are ready to showcase their versatility in the kitchen, from the simplest spoonful to the most elaborate recipes of traditional Umbrian cuisine.
 
 
 

The roots of the Fagiolina sink into the waters of Lake Trasimeno

The history of the Trasimeno Bean is intertwined with that of the Umbrian lakeside communities, where this tiny legume has been cultivated since ancient times along the fertile shores of the lake. Its small size is not a botanical accident but the result of a millennia-long selection process by farmers who favored early, hardy varieties, capable of adapting to alluvial soils. Recognition as a Slowfood® Presidium has saved this ecotype from commercial extinction, valorizing a genetic heritage that was at risk of disappearing under the pressure of intensive monocultures. Each bean speaks of a territory on the border between land and water, where the morning mists of Lake Trasimeno give the legumes a unique tenderness and where ancient agronomic knowledge is passed down with religious respect.
 
 
 

Choosing the Trasimeno Bean means nourishing yourself with functional excellence

This micro-legume packs a superior nutritional profile into a compact package: 5-15% more plant-based protein than common beans, and 30-50% more dietary fiber, which promotes intestinal health and prolonged satiety. Its high zinc content supports the immune system and protein synthesis, while selenium acts as a powerful cellular antioxidant. Vitamin B3 (niacin) contributes to energy metabolism and skin health. Its natural preparation, without preservatives or additives, preserves these micronutrients intact, while traditional cooking ensures perfect digestibility. A functional food that combines gastronomic tradition and nutritional awareness, ideal for those seeking superior plant-based protein sources without sacrificing the authenticity of Umbrian flavor.
 
 
 

How to Best Use: Slowfood Organic Cooked Trasimeno Beans

• UMBRIAN SOUP WITH BLACK CABBAGE AND WHOLE GRAINSHeat the green beans in a pan with their cooking liquid, add organic Tuscan black cabbage cut into strips, organic carrots diced and organic golden yellow onion wilted. Add organic Carnaroli rice o organic monovarietal spelt, scented with fresh rosemary, and complete with a generous drizzle of organic extra virgin olive oil and a grating of Organic Parmigiano Reggiano di Montagna DOP 24 months.
• RUSTIC CROSTONI WITH SAUSAGE AND CREAMED BEANSBrown organic sausage from Tuscia Crumbled with fresh rosemary, add the drained green beans and sauté them in the pan. Coarsely mash some of the legumes to create a rustic cream, season with salt and pepper, then spread on slices of organic seeded loaf bread toasted. Complete with a drizzle of 2025 stone-ground new extra virgin olive oil raw and, if you like, a sprinkling of Chili pepper.
• PASTA AND BEAN ENRICHED WITH BACON AND FLAVORSCook organic Saragolla tubes  in plenty of salted water. Meanwhile, brown organic Caserta black pork cheek cut into cubes, blend with a little MARELLA Bianco IGT organic, add the beans with some of their liquid and tomato fresh or organic tomato puree Stir the al dente pasta directly into the sauce, add Organic Mountain Parmigiano Reggiano DOP 30 Months grated and freshly ground black pepper.

The Producer: Podere Marella

Podere Marella is passionately dedicated to the valorization of Umbrian biodiversity, cultivating in Castiglione del Lago the Trasimeno Bean Slowfood® Presidium According to certified organic methods. The company practices agriculture that respects natural rhythms and rural knowledge, preserving local ecotypes and actively contributing to the preservation of this internationally recognized lakeside gastronomic heritage.
 
 
 

Ingredients

Water, organic Trasimeno beans, salt.
May contain traces of gluten.
 
 
 

Nutritional Values ​​(average values ​​per 100g of product)

• Energy: 95 kcal / 397 kJ
• Fat: 0,5 g (of which saturated fatty acids 0,1 g)
• Carbohydrates: 15 g (of which sugars 0,8 g)
• Dietary fiber: 6,5 g
• Protein: 7,5 g
• Salt: 0,6 g
• Zinc: 1,2 mg
• Selenium: 3,5 µg
• Vitamin B3 (Niacin): 1,8 mg

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