pea bean
noun
1
: a small white dried kidney bean
especially
: navy bean
2
: a plant that is a source of pea beans
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Navy Beans Navy beans—also known as haricot beans, Boston beans, and pea beans—are a rich source of fiber, protein, folate, and many other essential nutrients.
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Jillian Kubala, Health, 5 Nov. 2025
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“Pea bean.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pea%20bean. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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