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Butterbean

Butterbeans are the large, creamy beans also commonly sold as butter beans or butterbean. They’re used in soups, stews, succotash, salads, and side dishes, and have a mild, buttery flavor that absorbs seasonings well. Nutritionally, Butterbeans are a very solid plant food, with plenty of 21.5 and 19 per 100 g. They also provide useful folate and minerals such as copper and manganese. Overall, Butterbeans are a nutrient-dense legume that can support fullness, digestive health, and balanced meals. Their high fiber and good protein content make them a strong everyday choice, especially in place of more refined starches.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~0.60€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

S+

Optimal

-

Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Lima Beans.

Calories

338 kcal

17% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

22 g

43% RDI

Fat

0.7 g

0.2g sat fat

Carbs

63 g

23% RDI

Sugar

5 g

10% RDI

Fiber

19 g

63% RDI

Salt

0.1 g

1% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

S+ · 10.0 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Butterbean healthy?

Yes, Butterbean is exceptionally healthy, earning an S Health Grade. It is a good source of dietary fiber (19g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Butterbean?

Butterbean is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Is Butterbean gluten free?

Yes, Butterbean is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Butterbean?

100g of Butterbean contains 338 kcal, 21.5g protein, 63.4g carbohydrates, 0.7g fat, and 19g fiber.

Q.04Is Butterbean vegan?

Yes, Butterbean is vegan.

Q.06Is Butterbean lactose free?

Yes, Butterbean is lactose free.

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