Ingredient

Cooked Beans

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add cooked beans to products primarily as a source of plant-based protein, fiber, …

What it is

Cooked beans are legumes, which are the edible seeds of plants in the Fabaceae family. They are prepared by cooking, typically boiling or steaming, until tender. This process makes them digestible and palatable.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add cooked beans to products primarily as a source of plant-based protein, fiber, and complex carbohydrates. They also contribute to the texture and bulk of dishes. Common uses include canned beans, refried beans, soups, stews, and as an ingredient in frozen meals and dips.

Health notes

Cooked beans are considered a nutritious whole food and are not food additives. They are a good source of dietary fiber, protein, and various vitamins and minerals. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030) recommend consuming a variety of vegetables, including legumes, as part of a healthy eating pattern. As a whole food, cooked beans do not have a specific regulatory status like "GRAS" or an "ADI" set by JECFA or EFSA.

Allergen info

Cooked beans (such as black beans, pinto beans, kidney beans) are not considered one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA. However, two other legumes, peanuts and soybeans, are major allergens.

Products containing Cooked Beans

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FRESH & EASY Fresh & Easy, Vegetarian Refried Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 123kcal 6.2Protein 1.9Fat 19.2Carbs MARKET ESSENTIALS Refried Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 92kcal 5.4Protein 0Fat 16.9Carbs MARKET ESSENTIALS Vegetarian Refried Beans Canned & Bottled Beans High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 108kcal 6.2Protein 1.5Fat 16.9Carbs MARKET ESSENTIALS Refried Beans Canned & Bottled Beans High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 92kcal 5.4Protein 0Fat 16.9Carbs MARKET ESSENTIALS Traditional Beans Canned & Bottled Beans High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 108kcal 6.2Protein 1.1Fat 17.7Carbs

LIDL Traditional Refried Beans, Traditional Canned & Bottled Beans High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 85kcal 4.6Protein 1.1Fat 13.8Carbs

Frontera Foods, Inc. Mild 3 Bean & Grain Blend, New Mexico Chile Sauce, Peppers, Onions, Plantains, Chard & Kale Taco Bowl, 3 Bean Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 110kcal 3.8Protein 1.3Fat 20.2Carbs

ConAgra Foods Packaged Foods, LLC Medium Veggie & Bean Black & White Beans, Red Potatoes, Tomatillo-Cilantro Sauce, Chard, Kale, Roasted Poblano & Corn Taco Skillet, Medium Veggie & Bean Frozen Dinners & Entrees 93kcal 2.3Protein 1.9Fat 15.9Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Fat Free Refried Beans Canned & Bottled Beans 92kcal 6.2Protein 0Fat 17.7Carbs Bruce Foods, Inc. Casa Fiesta, Refried Beans With Green Chili, Mild, Mild Canned & Bottled Beans 115kcal 7.1Protein 0.9Fat 21.2Carbs

Ruiz Food Products Inc Chimichanga, Chicken & Monterey Jack Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees 211kcal 9.2Protein 7.8Fat 26.8Carbs

Ruiz Food Products Inc Chicken & Monterey Jack Cheese Chimichangas, Chicken & Monterey Jack Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees 211kcal 9.2Protein 7.8Fat 26.8Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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