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Rich in protein and fiber, staple legume in Mexican cuisine
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
127
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
22.8g
· 70%
Protein
8.7g
· 27%
Fat
0.5g
· 3%
Fiber
7.4g
Vitamins
Folate
130µg · 33% DV
B1
0.21mg · 18% DV
B6
0.13mg · 8% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
142mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
403mg · 12% DV
Iron
2mg · 11% DV
Magnesium
47mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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
0.12g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.07g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Per 100 g, Mexican beans provide 127 calories and 8.7 g of protein. They also contain 22.8 g carbs, 0.5 g fat, and 7.4 g fiber.
Mexican beans have a glycemic index of 29, which is considered low. They are compatible with omnivore, vegetarian, vegan, paleo, Mediterranean, flexitarian, and gluten-free diets, and they are minimally processed.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.