Tesco • 400 g
Black beans
Product Insights
Black beans are a canned legume product belonging to the Legumes group in the PNNS classification. It carries a Nutri‑Score of A, indicating a favorable nutrient profile with low fat (0.5 g), low saturated fat (0.1 g), low sugar (0.5 g) and low salt (0.01 g) per 100 g, while providing 6.4 g of fiber and 6.3 g of protein. Nevertheless, the product is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and contains the additive calcium chloride (E509), which may be a concern for consumers seeking minimally processed foods.
Nutrient Levels
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Nutritional Values
Values per 100 g
Comparative Analysis
Compared with average values for canned legumes, this black bean product contains dramatically less sugar, fat and salt, delivers comparable fiber but provides about half the protein and fewer calories per 100 g.
Ingredients
black beans, water, firming agent (calcium chloride)
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