Ingredient

Pink Beans

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Pink beans are often used in chili, soups, and stews due to their ability …

What it is

Pink beans are a variety of the common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris). They are medium-sized, with a creamy texture and a mild flavor. They are typically grown in the United States and other parts of the Americas.

Why it's used

Pink beans are often used in chili, soups, and stews due to their ability to hold their shape when cooked. They are also a popular choice for refried beans and other Mexican and Southwestern dishes. Their mild flavor makes them versatile for various culinary applications.

Health notes

Pink beans are a good source of fiber, protein, and various micronutrients. They are not an FDA-listed additive and are considered a whole food. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated beans as part of the general diet, recognizing their nutritional benefits. No specific health concerns are associated with the consumption of pink beans at typical dietary levels.

Allergen info

Pink beans are not a major allergen. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Pink Beans

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Hormel Foods Corporation Classic Spicy Slow-Simmered Two-Bean Chili, Classic Chili & Stew High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 113kcal 6.5Protein 4.9Fat 10.9Carbs Western Family Foods, Inc. Shurfine, 16 Bean Soup Mix With Cajun Seasoning Other Soups 333kcal 22.2Protein 1.1Fat 60Carbs Fat-Free Refried Beans Kraft Heinz Foods Company Fat-Free Refried Beans Canned & Bottled Beans High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 92kcal 5.4Protein 0Fat 16.9Carbs Gamut Distributors Tasty Classics, Chili Sauce With Turkey & Beans Chili & Stew High in sodium — 27% DV per serving 89kcal 6.2Protein 1.4Fat 13.9Carbs Hormel Foods Corporation Chili With Beans, Roasted Tomato Chili & Stew High in sodium — 43% DV per serving 89kcal 5.7Protein 2.8Fat 10.1Carbs Dynamite Hot Chili With Beans Hormel Foods Corporation Dynamite Hot Chili With Beans Chili & Stew High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 130kcal 6.5Protein 6.1Fat 12.2Carbs Shelton Poultry Inc. Turkey Chili With Beans, Spicy Chili & Stew High in sodium — 41% DV per serving 89kcal 7.3Protein 1.8Fat 10.9Carbs Goya Foods, Inc. 16 Bean Soup Mix Other Soups 348kcal 21.7Protein 2.2Fat 63.0Carbs Gracekennedy Foods (USA) LLC Pink Beans Vegetable and Lentil Mixes 184kcal 21.1Protein 9.2Fat 60.5Carbs Hormel Foods Corporation Chili With Beans Chili & Stew High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 121kcal 5.7Protein 5.7Fat 12.2Carbs Stagg, Silverado Beef Chili With Beans Hormel Foods Corporation Stagg, Silverado Beef Chili With Beans Chili & Stew High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 109kcal 6.5Protein 3.6Fat 12.2Carbs Hormel Foods Corporation Stagg, Beef Chili With Beans Chili & Stew High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 89kcal 6.1Protein 2.8Fat 10.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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