Whole food · Legumes and Legume Products
Light red kidney beans, canned with added sodium and sugar, are a convenient legume providing a moderate calorie source. They are primarily composed of carbohydrates and contain a moderate amount of protein, with minimal fat. Rinsing and draining the canned beans helps reduce the added sodium content.
| Water | 68.9 g |
| Energy (Atwater General Factors) | 127 kcal |
| Energy (Atwater Specific Factors) | 124 kcal |
| Nitrogen | 1.2 g |
| Protein | 7.3 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 1.3 g |
| Ash | 1.0 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 21.4 g |
| Total dietary fiber (AOAC 2011.25) | 7.4 g |
| Starch | 13.1 g |
| Resistant starch | 2.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 60.3 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.3 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 25.5 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 93.6 mg |
| Potassium, K | 209 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 159 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.53 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.27 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.35 mg |
Why should I rinse and drain canned kidney beans?
Rinsing and draining helps remove excess sodium and the viscous liquid from the can, improving texture and reducing salt intake.
Are these kidney beans high in sugar?
According to the nutrition data, there is 0g of sugar per 100g after draining and rinsing, so they are not considered high in sugar.
How much protein is in these kidney beans?
They contain 7.3 grams of protein per 100 grams, making them a good plant-based protein source.