1 cup (medium) of Green Beans (125 g) has 39 calories. That works out to 31 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.9 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 3.4 g of fiber. Its 53.8 µg of Vitamin K covers 45% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Green Beans Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

7.1g

· 3% DV

Protein

1.8g

· 4% DV

Fat

0.2g

· 0% DV

Fiber

2.7g

· 10% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 76% · Protein 19% · Fat 5%

Green Beans Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin K

43µg · 36% DV

Vitamin C

12mg · 13% DV

0.1mg · 8% DV

0.14mg · 8% DV

Minerals

Iron

1mg · 6% DV

Magnesium

25mg · 6% DV

Potassium ⭐

209mg · 6% DV

Phosphorus

38mg · 5% DV

How Nutritious Is Green Beans?

Nutrient density

High

65/ 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

Medium

53/ 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.

Green Beans Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

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

How to Burn Off Green Beans

To burn the 31 calories in 100 g:

🚶

8min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

3min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

4min

Cycling

🏊

4min

Swimming

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

Is Green Beans Processed?

NOVA 1

Unprocessed

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 Green 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 Green 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

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Green Beans Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.05g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.01g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.05g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 1.5:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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18 kcal

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Mixed Green Salad

18 kcal

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31 kcal

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Frequently Asked Questions About Green Beans

Is green beans good for a low-calorie diet?

Yes. Green beans provide 31 calories per 100g, making them a low-calorie vegetable, and they also contain 2.7g of fiber.

Do green beans have a low glycemic index?

Yes. Green beans have a glycemic index of 15, which is considered low, and they contain 7.1g of carbs per 100g.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 21, 2026