DEVELOPMENT OF LUPINE PROTEINS

Lupine is a potentially valuable seed protein producing crop for temperate climates. Alkaloid-free varieties have been developed. The true seed protein content varies from 30% to 45%. Protein quality and digestibility compare favorably with those of soya. Oil yields come upward of 10%, and the composition is similar to soy bean oil. Lupine is relatively free of antinutritional factors present in other legumes. Large scale nutritional trials have been carried out. Lupine isolates have been used in preparation of foods. © 1979 The American Oil Chemists' Society.