Calories
128 kcal
6% of Daily kcal · low-calorie
Protein
7.5 g
15% RDI
Fat
0.1 g
0g sat fat
Carbs
25 g
9% RDI
Sugar
0 g
0% RDI
Fiber
7.3 g
24% RDI
Salt
0 g
0% RDI
Unsweetened Cooked Azuki Bean Paste (Homemade)
Unsweetened Cooked Azuki Bean Paste (Homemade) is a simple, homemade-style paste made from cooked azuki (red) beans and is commonly used across East Asian sweets and fillings such as anko. It’s an unsweetened, spreadable form of azuki beans often used where a milder, less sugary bean paste is preferred. Nutritionally, it is a low-fat plant food that provides a notable amount of fiber — 7.3g per 100g — along with plant protein and small amounts of minerals and B vitamins like folate, making it a filling, nutrient-dense ingredient. From a health perspective, the paste’s high fiber content supports fullness and digestive health, and its plant protein has a favorable amino-acid profile for a legume. It also contains polyphenolic compounds that act as antioxidants, adding modest protective benefits beyond basic nutrition.
Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~0.35€/100g
Kinome Health Grade
S+
Optimal
-
Nutrition
Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Azuki Bean Paste, Unsweetened (Cooked, Homemade).
Nutrition quality
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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science
S+ · 10.0 / 10
Frequently asked
Q.01Is Unsweetened Cooked Azuki Bean Paste (Homemade) healthy?
Yes, Unsweetened Cooked Azuki Bean Paste (Homemade) is exceptionally healthy, earning an S Health Grade. It is a good source of dietary fiber (7.3g per 100g).
Q.03What NOVA processing level is Unsweetened Cooked Azuki Bean Paste (Homemade)?
Unsweetened Cooked Azuki Bean Paste (Homemade) is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.
Q.05Is Unsweetened Cooked Azuki Bean Paste (Homemade) gluten free?
Yes, Unsweetened Cooked Azuki Bean Paste (Homemade) is gluten free.
Q.02What are the macros in Unsweetened Cooked Azuki Bean Paste (Homemade)?
100g of Unsweetened Cooked Azuki Bean Paste (Homemade) contains 128 kcal, 7.5g protein, 24.5g carbohydrates, 0.1g fat, and 7.3g fiber.
Q.04Is Unsweetened Cooked Azuki Bean Paste (Homemade) vegan?
Yes, Unsweetened Cooked Azuki Bean Paste (Homemade) is vegan.
Q.06Is Unsweetened Cooked Azuki Bean Paste (Homemade) lactose free?
Yes, Unsweetened Cooked Azuki Bean Paste (Homemade) is lactose free.
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