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Blue Lake Beans

Inventory, 25 lbs : 21.54
This item was last sold on : 01/27/21

• 53 Featured Restaurants

• 41 Recipe Ideas

• 11 Sharess

Description/Taste

Blue Lake beans have a dark green, cylindrical, stringless, firm, and plump pod. The pod contains tiny pale green to white edible seeds. The bean's flavor is distinctively mild, subtly grassy and sweet, with a crisp-tender texture. Blue Lake beans produce an abundant crop of pods that can reach 6 to 7 inches in length.

Seasons/Availability

Blue Lake beans are available year-round.

Current Facts

Blue Lake beans are a bush type snap bean that was developed from the Blue Lake Pole bean. Since the mid-20th century, the Blue Lake bean has been considered the benchmark standard of green beans. Despite its origins as a canning bean, through continued development, it has evolved into a gourmet bean variety. Within the late 20th century, the Blue Lake bean had surpassed the Kentucky Wonder to be recognized as the premier gourmet bean. The signature Blue Lake bean is known in seed catalogs as Blue Lake 274 - the cultivar that made the Blue Lake bean famous.

Applications

Blue Lake beans are a mild and versatile vegetable. They can be served whole or sliced in both cooked and raw preparations. Add whole or halved to salads, saute or steam with other vegetables or chop and mix into quiche, curry and casseroles. Blue lake beans are also perfect for quick pickling or canning. Their flavor pairs well with fresh herbs, citrus, nuts, raisins, hard cheeses, lemon, tomatoes and summer squash.

Geography/History

Blue Lake beans received their given name as they were originally cultivated in the early part of the 20th century in the Blue Lake District near Ukiah, California. They were brought to Oregon in 1923 where they were extensively researched, resulting in the development of the new string-less bean varieties. The first commercial stringless Blue Lake bean variety was developed by Asgrow Company in 1962. There are dozens of hybrids and sub-varieties that represent the original Blue Lake bean with better yields, disease resistance and adaptability to multiple climates. One Blue Lake bush bean plant can provide multiple harvests over an entire growing season.

Featured Restaurants

Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.

Project Wildlife	San Diego CA	619-295-3172
Tender Greens-Mission Valley	San Diego CA	310-954-1415
Il Dandy	San Diego CA	609-373-5917
Matt Johnson	San Diego CA	619-295-3172
Blue Ocean La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-999-4073
The Coal Bunker	Fallbrook CA	619-218-4102
Thai One On	Carlsbad CA	760-500-8674
Encontro North Park	San Diego CA	310-955-6333
Miho Gastrotruck	San Diego CA	619-365-5655
Beaumont's	San Diego CA	858-459-0474
Rubicon Deli India Street	San Diego CA	619-200-4201
Chateau La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-459-4451
The Butchery	San Diego CA	858-345-1524
Hapi Fish Restaurant	Encinitas CA	760-452-7245
Parkhouse Eatery	San Diego CA	619-295-7275
Paradise Point Resort Barefoot	San Diego CA	858-490-6363
10 Barrel Brewing Co.	San Diego CA	619-886-2743
Himitsu	La Jolla CA	858-345-0220
Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill	San Diego CA	858-453-4420
Love Boat Sushi-San Marcos	San Marcos CA	760-471-7722

the other 33...

Shimbashi Izakaya	Del Mar CA	858-523-0479
Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen	Oceanside CA	619-990-0158
St. Paul's Plaza	Chula Vista CA	619-788-8570
Brigantine La Mesa	La Mesa CA	619-465-1935
Love Boat Sushi-Oceanside	Oceanside CA	760-721-3737
Sushi Kami	San Diego CA	858-451-7799
Chateau Lake San Marcos	San Marcos CA	760-670-5807
Capri Blu 2020	San Diego CA	858-673-5100
Sushi Ota	San Diego CA	858-270-5047
The Wild Thyme Company	San Diego CA	858-527-0226
PFC Fitness Camp	Carlsbad CA	888-488-8936
La Jolla Country Club	San Diego CA	858-454-9601
Iron Pig Alehouse	San Diego CA	619-885-3718
Hane	San Diego CA	619-339-6438
Vi At La Jolla Village	San Diego CA	858-646-7700
Solare Ristorante Lounge	San Diego CA	619-270-9670
Pacific Coast Spirits	Oceanside CA	925-381-5392
Brigantine Coronado	Coronado CA	619-435-4166
Orens Fine Foods	San Diego CA	510-910-2298
Bud & Robs New Orleans Bistro	San Diego CA	619-549-9002
Jujus Kitchen	Bonita CA	619-471-5342
Poke Vida	San Diego CA	215-868-6195
Third Corner Ocean Beach	San Diego CA	619-223-2700
Harumama Teriyaki & Bao	Carlsbad CA	760-637-5737
Waters Catering	San Diego CA	619-276-8803 x4
JRDN Restaurant	San Diego CA	858-270-5736
Wheat & Water	La Jolla CA	858-291-8690
Blue Ocean	Carlsbad CA	760-434-4959
Born & Raised	San Diego CA	858-531-8677
Ron Oliver	San Diego	619-295-3172
Drew Lopez	San Diego CA	619-295-3172
Green Door Cafe	La Jolla CA	858-291-8886
Busy Bee Cook For Me	San Diego CA	858-405-5372

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Blue Lake Beans. One

is easiest, three is harder.

Rachel Cooks		Roasted Green Beans with Parmesan and Basil
Low Carb Yum		Oven Fried Green Beans
Buona Pappa		Green Beans, Chicken & Avocado Baby Food
Sweet C's Designs		Garlic Chinese Style Green Beans
The Stay at Home Chef		How To Cook the Best Green Beans Ever
Spend With Pennies		Bacon Green Bean Bundles
Peas and Crayons		Greek Green Bean Salad
eCurry		Green Beans, Tomatoes and Almonds with Sumac
The Real Food Dietitians		Chicken Bacon Ranch Sweet Potato Bake
Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch		Green Bean Salad with Grainy Dijon Shallot Vinaigrette

the other 31...

Today's Creative Life		Chinese Beef and Green Bean Stir Fry
Baking Beauty		Green Bean Casserole From Scratch
Mostly Homemade Mom		Garlic Roasted Green Beans au Gratin
Barefeet in the Kitchen		Sriracha Honey Roasted Green Beans
Fork Knife Swoon		Skillet Green Beans with Blue Cheese
Life Made Sweeter		Roasted Green Beans with Garlic and Balsamic
Foodie Crush		Pickled Green Beans
From A Chef's Kitchen		Lasagna with Pesto Green Beans and Potatoes
The Wanderlust Kitchen		Oven Roasted Green Beans
Skinny Miss		Pasta with Green Beans and Pesto
Joyful Healthy Eats		Crispy Baked Green Bean Fries with Creamy Sriracha Sauce
Cookin' Canuck		Green Beans with Balsamic Roasted Shallots
An Affair From the Heart		Potato, Green Bean & Bacon Soup
Sprinkles and Sprouts		Roasted Green Beans with Parmesan and Rosemary
Foods from Africa		African Garden Egg Curry
Garlic & Zest		Orange-Dijon Haricots Verts with Crispy Shallots
The Speckled Palate		Green Bean Bacon Bundles
The Gracious Wife		Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes & Green Beans
From A Chef's Kitchen		Green Minestrone with Radish Greens Pesto
Easy Toddler Meals		Green Bean Fries
From A Chef's Kitchen		Roasted Green Beans with Tomato Caper Relish
An Italian in My Kitchen		Simple Italian Green Bean Toss
Sweet Phi		Quick Pickled Vegetables
Basil & Bubbly		Garlic Ginger Green Beens
She Wears Many Hats		Garlic Lemon Green Beans
Evolving Table		15 Minute Green Beans with Vinegar
Little Broken		Baked Fish and Vegetables in Foil with Chimichurri Sauce
Sally's Baking Addiction		Creamy Green Bean Casserole from Scratch
Chelsea's Messy Apron		One Pan Healthy Sausage and Veggies
Delish Knowledge		Lentil Nicoise Salad
Eat Good 4 LIfe		Tamari Green Beans Stir-Fry

Recently Shared

People have shared Blue Lake Beans using the Specialty Produce app for iPhone and Android.

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Santa Monica Farmers Market

Fresno Evergreen

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 232 days ago, 6/10/20
Sharer's comments : Gorgeous blue lake beans from Fresno Evergreen

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Tamai Family Farms
1-805-240-6306

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 253 days ago, 5/20/20
Sharer's comments : Blue Lakes are now in Season from Tamai Family Farms

Specialty Produce

Tamai Family Farms
1-805-240-6306

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 254 days ago, 5/19/20
Sharer's comments : Fresh Young Blue Lake Beans from Gloria Tamai Family Farms. Come down to Specialty Produce to get the first pick of the season!

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Specialty
619-295-3172

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 568 days ago, 7/10/19
Sharer's comments : Young and beautiful blue lake Beans from Gloria Tamai!

Pacific Ranch Market

Pacific Ranch Market
7540 E Chapman Ave Orange CA 92869
714-639-9792

Near Villa Park, California, United States
About 578 days ago, 6/30/19

Specialty Produce

Specialty
619-295-3172

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 596 days ago, 6/12/19
Sharer's comments : Bean Season is happening!

Santa Monica Farmers Market

John Her Produce
559-313-6676

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 617 days ago, 5/22/19
Sharer's comments : Blue Lake Green Beans from Her Produce!

Specialty Produce Near San Diego, California, United States
About 635 days ago, 5/04/19
Sharer's comments : Blue Lake Green Beans from Kong Thao

Poway Farmers Market

Yasukochi Family Farms
Oceanside CA
760-801-6627

Near Poway, California, United States
About 649 days ago, 4/20/19

Carnival Supermarket

Carnival Supermarket
1750 E 8th Street, National City, Ca, 91950
619-474-5444
www.carnivalmarket.com

Near National City, California, United States
About 692 days ago, 3/08/19
Sharer's comments : Blue Lake Beans spotted at Carnival Supermarket.

Lazy Acres Natural Market

Lazy Acres Mission Hills
422 W Washington st. San Diego 92103
619-272-4288
www.lazyacres.com

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 704 days ago, 2/24/19
Sharer's comments : Fresh!