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Plant-based protein and fiber source
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Borlotti beans with onion (180 g) has 194 calories. That works out to 108 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.4 g of carbs, 12.1 g of protein, 1.1 g of fat and 11.3 g of fiber. Its 189 µg of Folate covers 47% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 31 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
194
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
34.4g
· 13% DV
Protein
12.1g
· 24% DV
Fat
1.1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
11.3g
· 40% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 70% · Protein 25% · Fat 5%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 194 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.14 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.4 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% |
| Protein | 12.1 g | 24% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 194 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 22 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 100 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 194 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 350 g | 378 kcal |
Calculated from 108 calories per 100 g.
Borlotti beans with onion is made by cooking the beans with softened onion until tender. Soak dried beans first, then drain them; sauté the onion, add the beans and cooking liquid, and simmer gently. Fresh Borlotti beans can be cooked without soaking.
Borlotti beans in Borlotti beans with onion have a mild, creamy, slightly nutty flavor. They absorb the sweetness of cooked onion well, so the dish works with simple seasoning rather than needing a strong sauce.
Yes, canned Borlotti beans work for Borlotti beans with onion. Drain and rinse them, cook the onion until soft, then stir in the beans with just enough liquid to bring the flavors together; simmer briefly so the beans do not turn mushy.
You only need to soak dried Borlotti beans for Borlotti beans with onion; fresh or canned beans do not need soaking. Soaking dried beans helps them cook more evenly, and you should discard the soaking water before cooking.
Cannellini beans or pinto beans can replace Borlotti beans in Borlotti beans with onion. The dish will still pair well with onion, though the beans differ in creaminess and flavor; adjust the cooking time to suit the substitute.
Borlotti beans with onion can stay hard if the beans are old, were not soaked, or have not cooked long enough. Keep simmering them in fresh water until tender before adding acidic ingredients such as tomatoes, which can slow softening.
Yes, you can make Borlotti beans with onion without oil by softening the onion in a splash of water or broth instead. Stir often and add small amounts of liquid as needed so the onion cooks without sticking.
Borlotti beans with onion goes well with crusty bread, rice, or a green salad. For a fuller meal, serve it alongside roasted vegetables; the mild beans and sweet onion pair easily with fresh, acidic sides.
Borlotti beans with onion leftovers keep for a few days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and do not leave the cooked dish sitting at room temperature for an extended time.
Yes, Borlotti beans with onion can be frozen once completely cool. Divide it into airtight portions, thaw in the refrigerator, and reheat thoroughly. The beans may become softer after freezing, especially if they were already very tender.
Vitamins
Folate
189µg · 47% DV
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
B6
0.16mg · 9% DV
B5
0.4mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.41mg · 46% DV
Phosphorus
212mg · 30% DV
Manganese
0.68mg · 30% DV
Magnesium
77mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
603mg · 18% DV
Sodium
14mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 194 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Borlotti beans with onion is a home-style dish of borlotti beans cooked with onion, common in Turkish cooking. Depending on the recipe, tomato and olive oil may be added as the beans simmer until tender. The beans turn soft and creamy, while the onion brings a mild sweetness that balances their earthy flavour. In Turkey, an olive-oil version is often served at room temperature or chilled, as a side or part of a meze spread, with bread or alongside rice.
It is a plant-based source of protein and fibre, with 6.3 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter meal, use olive oil sparingly and serve it with a fresh salad; it also works well as a satisfying meat-free lunch.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.14g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.11g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.41g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.