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A fiber- and plant-protein-rich cooked bean variety, providing folate, iron and potassium when prepared plain.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Cooked Badalan Beans (177 g) has 225 calories. That works out to 127 calories per 100 g. It contains 40.4 g of carbs, 15.4 g of protein, 0.9 g of fat and 13.1 g of fiber. Its 230.1 µg of Folate covers 58% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 24 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 177 g
225
KCAL / 177G
Carbs
40.4g
· 15% DV
Protein
15.4g
· 31% DV
Fat
0.9g
· 1% DV
Fiber
13.1g
· 47% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 70% · Protein 27% · Fat 3%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 225 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.9 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.14 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3.54 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 40.4 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% |
| Protein | 15.4 g | 31% |
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 cup (medium) | 177 g | 225 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 19 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (medium) | 60 g | 76 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 89 g | 113 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 127 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 191 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 279 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 266 g | 338 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 400 g | 508 kcal |
Calculated from 127 calories per 100 g.
Cooked Badalan beans are a prepared form of the Badalan bean, a named bean variety associated with Turkish cooking. They can be served as a simple side or added to stews, soups, salads, and other bean dishes.
Cook dried Badalan beans by soaking them first, then simmering in fresh water until tender; avoid a hard boil, which can split the skins. If you have cooked Badalan beans already, warm them gently or add them near the end of a recipe.
No, cooked Badalan beans do not need soaking again. Soaking is a preparation step for dried beans before cooking. Drain and rinse cooked beans only if they are very salty or you want to remove excess cooking liquid.
Yes, cooked Badalan beans freeze well. Cool them, portion them into airtight containers, and freeze with a little cooking liquid to help prevent drying. Thaw in the refrigerator or add them straight to a soup or stew while reheating.
Cooked Badalan beans keep for a few days when promptly refrigerated in a covered container. Do not leave them sitting out for a long time, and discard them if they develop mold, an off smell, or an unusual texture.
Cooked Badalan beans usually split or turn mushy from prolonged boiling, overcooking, or vigorous stirring. Simmer them gently and stop cooking as soon as tender; when adding them to another dish, fold them in near the end.
Yes, cooked Badalan beans work well in bean salad. Let them cool and drain them, then toss gently with vegetables, herbs, and dressing. Add delicate ingredients and dressing shortly before serving to help the beans keep their shape.
You can substitute cooked white beans or another mild, creamy bean for cooked Badalan beans in most soups, salads, and stews. The flavor and texture will vary, so add the substitute near the end if it is already very soft.
Cooked Badalan beans can fit a weight-loss meal because their fiber and plant protein can make a meal more filling. Pair them with vegetables and avoid relying on large amounts of oil or rich sauces for flavor.
Yes, cooked Badalan beans can cause gas or bloating in some people. Start with a modest serving, eat slowly, and choose thoroughly cooked beans; increasing portions gradually may make them easier to tolerate.
Vitamins
Folate
230.1µg · 58% DV
B1
0.28mg · 23% DV
Biotin
4.43µg · 15% DV
B6
0.21mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.39mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
248mg · 35% DV
Manganese
0.8mg · 35% DV
Iron
4.43mg · 25% DV
Potassium ⭐
717mg · 21% DV
Sodium
3.54mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 225 calories in 1 cup (medium) (177 g):
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Cooked Badalan Beans are a Turkish local bean variety, simmered until tender. Their mild, earthy flavour and soft, substantial texture work well in a tomato-and-onion stew, or cooled and tossed into a salad with herbs and olive oil. In Turkish cooking, beans like these are served hot with rice or bread, made into an olive-oil dish, or offered as part of a meze spread. A little lemon, parsley or pickled vegetables makes a lively counterpoint.
They provide plant protein and fibre while remaining low in fat; a 100 g portion has 7.4 g of fibre. For a lighter serving, dress them with lemon and herbs rather than plenty of oil. Pair them with whole grains or vegetables for an easy, filling meal.
Very 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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.14g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.11g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.46g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.