A member of the legume family is a plant that belongs to the Fabaceae family, which includes plants such as lentils, garbanzos, and mimosas. Lentils are small, lens-shaped pulses that are commonly used in Indian cuisine. Garbanzos, also known as chickpeas, are a type of legume that is high in protein and fiber. Mimosas are a type of flowering shrub that produces yellow or pink flowers. All three of these plants are members of the legume family.