Tag: plant protein

The Pulse Revolution — How Beans, Lentils & Chickpeas Are Emerging as Key Protein Sources in 2025

Across Western kitchens, there’s a quiet yet powerful shift underway—the return of the humble bean. From lentil pasta to roasted chickpea snacks, pulses are re-entering the mainstream as the next-generation protein of choice. Once considered “peasant food,” they’re now endorsed by leading nutrition authorities for their high-quality protein, affordability, and sustainability. The 2025 Frontiers in...