Ingredient

Cooked Black Beans

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Cooked black beans are used as a primary ingredient or a component in a …

What it is

Black beans are a type of legume, native to the Americas. They are typically cooked by boiling or simmering, often after being soaked. This process softens them and makes them ready for consumption or further processing.

Why it's used

Cooked black beans are used as a primary ingredient or a component in a wide variety of dishes. They provide a hearty texture and a mild, earthy flavor, making them popular in vegetarian and vegan meals, soups, salads, and side dishes.

Health notes

Black beans are naturally occurring and recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for general food use. They are a good source of fiber and protein. JECFA has evaluated black beans and found them to be safe for consumption. No specific health concerns are associated with consuming black beans in typical dietary amounts.

Allergen info

Black beans are not one of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Cooked Black Beans

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Kellogg Company US Gardenburger Gb Veggie Burgers Black Bean 3Oz 48Ct Vegetable Based Products / Meals - Not Ready to Eat (Frozen) High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 112kcal 10.8Protein 3Fat 16.9Carbs Kellogg Company US Morningstar Farms Veggie Burgers Spicy Black Bean 50.8Oz Vegetable Based Products / Meals - Not Ready to Eat (Frozen) High in sodium — 24% DV per serving —kcal 14.1Protein 5.8Fat 18.1Carbs FRESH & EASY Roasted Butternut Squash & Rainbow Chard Quinoa Other Deli High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 98kcal 3.9Protein 2.4Fat 16.9Carbs Baja Shrimp Salad F&E Baja Shrimp Salad Deli Salads High in sodium — 36% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 39% DV per serving 103kcal 5.3Protein 3.5Fat 12.9Carbs DEVOUR Pulled Chicken Burrito Bowl Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 41% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 29% DV per serving 132kcal 9.4Protein 4.4Fat 13.5Carbs KRAFT HEINZ SAUCES & FROZEN Bold Baja Beef All Natural* Beef With Spinach, Roasted Corn, Red Peppers & Black Beans In A Jalapeno Greek Yogurt Sauce Over Cilantro-Lime Barley Power Blend, Bold Baja Beef Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 88kcal 5.3Protein 2.1Fat 12.7Carbs Harvest Hooligan Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Navy Beans, Apples, Black Beans, And Spinach, Topped With Pumpkin Seeds And Cranberries, In A Cinnamon And Flaxseed Oil Dressing, Over Red And White Quinoa, Harvest Hooligan FAT RABBIT Harvest Hooligan Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Navy Beans, Apples, Black Beans, And Spinach, Topped With Pumpkin Seeds And Cranberries, In A Cinnamon And Flaxseed Oil Dressing, Over Red And White Quinoa, Harvest Hooligan Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 95kcal 3.5Protein 2.5Fat 18.3Carbs Kellogg Company US Morningstar Farms Veggie Burgers Spicy Black Bean 81.9Oz 1Ct Vegetable Based Products / Meals - Not Ready to Eat (Frozen) 179kcal 14.5Protein 6.5Fat 20.6Carbs Kellogg Company US Morningstar Farms Entrees Spicy Black Bean 9oz Vegetable Based Products / Meals - Not Ready to Eat (Frozen) High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 24% DV per serving 126kcal 4.9Protein 5.3Fat 16.5Carbs Kellogg Company US Morningstar Farms Breakfast Southwest Sunrise 13.4Oz Vegetable Based Products / Meals - Not Ready to Eat (Frozen) High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 215kcal 13Protein 8.8Fat 24.9Carbs Kellogg Company US Morningstar Farms Veggie Burgers Spicy Black Bean 38.1Oz Vegetable Based Products / Meals - Not Ready to Eat (Frozen) High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 158kcal 14.1Protein 5.8Fat 18.1Carbs CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Campbell's Homestyle Soup Gouda Chicken Prepared Soups High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 79kcal 2.9Protein 4.6Fat 6.7Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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