Red Kidney Bean

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Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories: 127
Protein (g): 8.7
Fat (g): 0.5
Carbs (g): 22.8
Fiber (g): 6.4
Sodium (mg): 2

Values reflect cooked, boiled without salt; canned versions vary and often contain added sodium. Fiber and texture can vary by cultivar and soak time.

Storage

Room temp: up to 365 days
Refrigerated: up to 7 days
Frozen: up to 180 days

Red kidney bean is a medium to large, kidney-shaped bean with a glossy deep red skin. Cooked, it has a creamy interior that holds its shape in long simmers and a mild, earthy flavor. Common in chili, stews, curries, and salads; sold dried or canned.\n\nDomesticated in the Americas, it spread globally after the Columbian exchange and is now central to Latin American, Caribbean, and South Asian cuisines. Beans are harvested dry and typically soaked then thoroughly boiled before eating.