Baby Carrots
Carrots are a plant of the family (Umbelliferae). A root vegetable. Roots are the edible part.
They can be found in many colors, including yellow, white, orange, red, and purple. Orange carrots get their bright color from beta carotene.
Carrots are:
- Rich in vitamins minerals and fiber and a great source of antioxidants.
- A particularly good source of beta carotene, vitamin K1, potassium.
- Mainly composed of water and carbs and extremely low in fat.
Vima Baby Carrots are available all year round. We offer an excellent quality product, harvested in different countries in Europe.
Frozen Baby Carrots are frozen quickly after being harvested; this helps preserve the minerals in the food.
Available in:
- 1kg/32.5 OZ
- 2.5kg
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Peeled Garlic Cloves
Garlic is a plant of the family (Amaryllidaceae). A winter vegetable. The edible part is the bulb, which is made up of segments called cloves.
Garlic grows in many parts of the world and is a popular ingredient in cooking due to its strong smell and delicious taste.
Garlic is highly nutritious and:
- Has few calories.
- Contains vitamins: C, B6, B2, B3.
- Rich in minerals: Manganese, Selenium, Iron, Phosphorus, Calcium.
Vima Peeled Garlic Cloves are available all year round thanks to the deep-freezing process that helps preserve their nutrients.
Vima offers a Chinese harvested top quality product, harvested at its optimum level of ripeness.
The advantage of Vima Garlic Cloves is that they are already peeled, clean, and individually frozen.
Frozen garlic retains the crunchy texture of fresh garlic with the same intense flavor.
Available in:
- 1kg/32.5 OZ
Green Beans
The bean is a plant of the Fabaceae family, the edible parts are the seeds (fresh and dried) and the pods if the seeds are not yet mature. It came from Central America and it was first introduced in Spain by the colonists, from where it spread to other countries since the 16th Century.
The nutrients they provide are:
- Minerals among them phosphorus, potassium which takes part in the elimination of the excess fluid and helps control hypertension.
- Vitamins C, folic acid, A.
- Fiber protects the intestine with very few calories.
- Antioxidants protect cells in your body from free radical damage.
- They lower the cholesterol level.
Vima Green Beans are selected at its optimum level of ripeness in Europe, mainly Belgium, Spain, and China. Available all year round.
The freezing preserves the nutrients and is blanched before freezing inactivating the enzymes that would modify its organoleptic characteristics.
The advantage of Vima Green Beans is that being a frozen and blanched product, it allows us to shorten the preparation time.
Presented in portions from 3 to 5 cm (1.18 inches – 1.97 inches) and in different formats according to the customers´ needs.
Available in:
- 450g/18.5 OZ
- 1kg/32.5 OZ
- 2.5kg
Edamame
Edamame is a plant of the family (Fabaceae). The edible parts are the immature soybeans that are collected in their pods. It has its origins in East Asia but is gaining popularity in Western Countries, where it is typically eaten as a snack.
Edamame is:
- High in protein, antioxidants, and fiber.
- Low in carbs.
- Rich in several vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin K and folate.
Vima Edamame is presented in two presentations: Edamame Shelled Soybeans and Edamame Soybeans in the pod. Both products are originally harvested in China.
Generally, you can easily heat the beans by boiling, steaming, pan-frying, or microwaving them for a few minutes.
Traditionally, they are prepared with a pinch of salt and added to soups, stews, salads, noodle dishes, or eaten. It is a common product served in sushi bars and many Chinese and Japanese restaurants.
Available in:
- Green soy pods 500g/17.6 OZ
- Beans 500g/17.6 OZ
White Kidney Bean
The white kidney bean is the seed of a plant in the Fabaceae family extracted at its most optimal maturation point.
It is a versatile and popular legume that forms part of many countries’ gastronomy, usually as the main ingredient in broths, stews or soups, that also include other local ingredients.
The white kidney bean is very rich in nutritional content having ample amounts of protein, fiber, minerals, and vitamins.
Vima canned white kidney beans are selected at their optimal ripening period; they are then sterilized and packaged.
Their canned packaging maintains its nutritional content and allows the product to be stored for years without refrigeration.
Being a prepared product, they are always ready for consumption.
Available in:
- 2500g can
Wakame Seaweed
Wakame is a type of edible seaweed cultivated in Asia and used traditionally in Asian cuisine.
It gives a unique taste and texture to salads and soups, low in calories, but a great source of nutrients.
Contain a good amount of iodine, manganese, folate, magnesium, and calcium.
It is versatile, delicious, and easy to add to any diet and enjoyed due to its soft texture and mild flavor.
Frequently found in dried form, typically soaked in water before consumption to help it soften.
Vima Wakame is originally from China.
Available in:
- 100g