Food guide

Jelly Beans

Jelly Beans is a common pulse or soy food: affordable protein and fibre.

LegumesPlant-BasedProtein-Rich

Jelly Beans, a nutrient-dense legumes food, photographed on a plain linen surface

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of jelly beans for fair comparison. Typical serving: 15 g (1 tbsp) — 375 kcal per 15 g serving.

Nutrition information for Jelly Beans
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (15 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	2500 kcal	375 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	0 g	0 g	0 g
Carbohydrate	624 g	93.6 g	25 g
Fat	0.7 g	0.1 g	0 g
Fibre	1.3 g	0.2 g	0.1 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of jelly beans, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Jelly Beans
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (15 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin C	0 mg	0 mg	0%
Vitamin D	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin E	0 mg	0 mg	0%
Vitamin K	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Thiamin	0.004 mg	0.001 mg	<1%
Riboflavin	0.011 mg	0.002 mg	<1%
Niacin	0.008 mg	0.001 mg	<1%
Vitamin B6	0.004 mg	0.001 mg	<1%
Folate	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin B12	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Pantothenic acid	0.009 mg	0.001 mg	<1%
Choline	0 mg	0 mg	0%
Minerals
Calcium	3 mg	0.45 mg	<1%
Iron	0.13 mg	0.02 mg	<1%
Magnesium	2 mg	0.3 mg	<1%
Phosphorus	4 mg	0.6 mg	<1%
Potassium	37 mg	5.6 mg	<1%
Sodium	50 mg	7.5 mg	2%
Zinc	0.05 mg	0.008 mg	<1%
Selenium	1.1 µg	0.17 µg	2%
Copper	0.028 mg	0.004 mg	3%
Manganese	0.035 mg	0.005 mg	2%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Candies, jellybeans

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat jelly beans?

A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
Jelly Beans is a common pulse or soy food: affordable protein and fibre.

How to include it

Simmer until tender and season well; tinned versions only need rinsing.
Typical pairing ideas: Rice, Onion, Tomato.

Things to consider

Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.

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