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Canned Kidney Beans at a glance

Glycemic index
24
low
Glycemic load / serving
2
low
Nutri-Score
A
A best, E worst
NOVA group
–
1 = unprocessed

Serving used for glycemic load: 100 g.

Canned Kidney Beans nutrition facts

NutrientPer 100 gPer serving
Calories84 kcal84 kcal
Protein5.2 g5.2 g
Carbohydrate14.5 g14.5 g
Fiber4.3 g4.3 g
Sugars1.9 g1.9 g
Fat0.6 g0.6 g
Saturated fat0.1 g0.1 g
Sodium296 mg296 mg
Potassium237 mg237 mg

Lower glycemic load alternatives

Other legumes with a lower glycemic load per serving:

FoodGIGL / serving
Soybean161
Soy Protein Isolate150

Common questions about canned kidney beans

Is canned kidney beans low glycemic?

Canned Kidney Beans has a glycemic index of 24, which is low (low is 55 or under, high is 70 or over). The glycemic load of a 100 g serving is 2, which is low.

Is canned kidney beans good for people managing blood sugar?

Glycemic load is the better guide, because it accounts for portion size. A serving of canned kidney beans has a glycemic load of 2 (low). Eating it with protein, fat or fiber slows absorption further. This is general information, not medical advice; people with diabetes should follow their clinician's guidance.

How many calories are in canned kidney beans?

Canned Kidney Beans has 84 calories per 100 g, and about 84 calories in a 100 g serving.

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Sources and method

Glycemic index: NutriOptio's reference table, compiled from the University of Sydney GI database and the international tables of glycemic index and glycemic load; the range reflects variation across studies, ripeness and preparation. Nutrition: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy, “Beans, kidney, all types, mature seeds, canned” (FDC 173741). Glycemic load = GI × available carbohydrate (carbohydrate minus fiber) per serving ÷ 100. Nutri-Score computed with the 2017 general-food algorithm.

General information, not medical advice.