Leguteca: How to cook legumes in community settings

Programme:

Food Systems Innovation Programme (PISA)

Objective

Through Comunidad SAS initiative, Fundación Alimentaris is developing Leguteca in partnership with ICyTAC, Barrios de Pie, and under the pedagogical coordination of Ana de la Horra.

The project develops evidence-based practical guides on legumes, generating knowledge about their nutritional, culinary, and sustainability benefits. It translates technical information into accessible guidance and validates it with community organizations, educators, and health professionals, integrating nutritional, cultural, and environmental perspectives.

Partners

ICyTAC, Barrios de Pie, Food Policy Directorate of the City of Buenos Aires (Dirección de Políticas Alimentarias, City of Buenos Aires Government)