Canned Refried Beans
Canned Refried Beans is a common pulse or soy food: affordable protein and fibre.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of canned refried beans for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g — 89 kcal per 100 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 89 kcal | 89 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g | 5 g | 5.6 g |
| Carbohydrate | 13.6 g | 13.6 g | 15.3 g |
| Fat | 2 g | 2 g | 2.2 g |
| Fibre | 3.7 g | 3.7 g | 4.2 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of canned refried beans, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.8 mg | 0.8 mg | <1% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.09 mg | 0.09 mg | <1% |
| Vitamin K | 2.3 µg | 2.3 µg | 2% |
| Thiamin | 0.076 mg | 0.076 mg | 6% |
| Riboflavin | 0.079 mg | 0.079 mg | 6% |
| Niacin | 0.37 mg | 0.37 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 0.1 mg | 6% |
| Folate | 26 µg | 26 µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.19 mg | 0.19 mg | 4% |
| Choline | 22.7 mg | 22.7 mg | 4% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 29 mg | 29 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 1.4 mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 35 mg | 35 mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 92 mg | 92 mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 319 mg | 319 mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 138 mg | 138 mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.58 mg | 0.58 mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 5.8 µg | 5.8 µg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.13 mg | 0.13 mg | 14% |
| Manganese | 0.29 mg | 0.29 mg | 13% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Refried beans, canned, traditional, reduced sodium
% 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 canned refried beans?
- A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
- Canned Refried 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.
- Sodium varies widely in canned foods; rinsing or choosing no-salt-added labels helps.
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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