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Plump ivory-white beans sit in a shallow, lightly cloudy broth in a simple bowl, with a few beans peeking above the surface.
●Low GI
⚡High Potassium
🌿High Fiber

Oil-Free White Beans Calories

Rich in fiber and plant protein

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

127kcal

GI

31low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

359mg

FIBER · 100 G

8.3g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Oil-Free White Beans (180 g) has 229 calories. That works out to 127 calories per 100 g. It contains 40.5 g of carbs, 15.7 g of protein, 0.9 g of fat and 14.9 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Copper covers 50% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 31 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Oil-Free White Beans Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g

229

KCAL / 180G

Carbs

40.5g

· 15% DV

Protein

15.7g

· 31% DV

Fat

0.9g

· 1% DV

Fiber

14.9g

· 53% 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%

Oil-Free White Beans nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (180 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories229 kcal
Total fat0.9 g1%
Saturated fat0.23 g1%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium1.8 mg0%
Total carbohydrate40.5 g15%
Fiber14.9 g53%
Protein15.7 g31%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Oil-Free White Beans?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)180 g229 kcal
2 tablespoon (small)30 g38 kcal
½ cup (half)90 g114 kcal
100 g100 g127 kcal
1 serving (medium)150 g191 kcal
1 serving (large)250 g318 kcal
1.5 cup (large)270 g343 kcal
2 cup (extra large)360 g457 kcal

Calculated from 127 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Oil-Free White Beans

How do you cook Oil-Free White Beans so they taste flavorful?

Cook Oil-Free White Beans with onion, garlic, tomatoes or tomato paste, and seasonings in water or broth. Soften the onion with a splash of water instead of frying it, then simmer until the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened.

Do Oil-Free White Beans need to be soaked before cooking?

Soaking Oil-Free White Beans is helpful, though it is not essential. Cover dried beans with water, soak them, then drain and rinse before cooking; this can shorten cooking time and may make them easier for some people to digest.

Why do Oil-Free White Beans stay hard after cooking?

Oil-Free White Beans may stay hard if the dried beans are old, they have not cooked long enough, or acidic ingredients such as tomatoes were added too early. Keep simmering until tender, and add tomato or vinegar later in cooking if needed.

Can you make Oil-Free White Beans in a pressure cooker?

Yes, Oil-Free White Beans can be cooked in a pressure cooker. Add soaked beans, water, and aromatics, leaving enough room for the beans to expand; follow your cooker’s instructions because cooking time varies with the bean and appliance.

What should you serve with Oil-Free White Beans?

Oil-Free White Beans pair well with rice, crusty bread, or another grain. For a lighter plate, serve them with a crisp salad or cooked greens; pickled vegetables also add a sharp contrast to the rich bean stew.

Can you use canned beans to make Oil-Free White Beans?

Yes, canned white beans work for Oil-Free White Beans and make the dish quicker to prepare. Drain and rinse them, then simmer briefly with the tomato, onion, and seasonings so they absorb the sauce without breaking apart.

How can you reduce gas from eating Oil-Free White Beans?

Soaking dried beans, discarding the soaking water, and cooking Oil-Free White Beans until fully tender may reduce gas for some people. Start with a smaller serving if beans are not a regular part of your meals.

How long do cooked Oil-Free White Beans last in the fridge?

Cooked Oil-Free White Beans generally keep for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate them promptly after cooking, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.

Can you freeze cooked Oil-Free White Beans?

Yes, cooked Oil-Free White Beans freeze well. Cool them, portion them into airtight containers, and leave a little room for expansion; add a splash of water when reheating if the sauce has thickened.

Are Oil-Free White Beans filling enough for a meal?

Yes, Oil-Free White Beans can make a filling meal because beans provide both plant protein and fiber. Serve them with vegetables or a grain if you want a more varied plate.

Oil-Free White Beans Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Folate

145.8µg · 36% DV

B1

0.18mg · 15% DV

B6

0.14mg · 8% DV

Biotin

2.16µg · 7% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.45mg · 50% DV

Phosphorus

265mg · 38% DV

Manganese

0.81mg · 35% DV

Iron

3.78mg · 21% DV

Potassium ⭐

646mg · 19% DV

Sodium

1.8mg · 0% DV

Oil-Free White Beans Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

31
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

12.6
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Oil-Free White Beans

To burn the 229 calories in 1 cup (medium) (180 g):

🚶

57min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

23min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

31min

Cycling

🏊

27min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Oil-Free White Beans?

Oil-Free White Beans are dried white beans soaked and simmered until tender, often with onion, tomato or pepper for flavour. This oil-free version draws on Turkish home cooking, where kuru fasulye is a familiar bean stew served as a hearty main dish.

Enjoy it warm, commonly alongside rice, pickles or bread. It is filling without being heavy, with plenty of plant protein and fibre and very little fat. For an easy everyday meal, pair it with a fresh salad; you can also serve a smaller portion of rice if you want the beans to take centre stage.

How Nutritious Is Oil-Free White Beans?

Nutrient density

High

76/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

High

70/ 100

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.

Is Oil-Free White Beans Processed?

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.

Does Oil-Free White Beans Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Oil-Free White Beans Good For?

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

Oil-Free White Beans Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.23g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.07g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.41g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 7.2:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (7.2:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.