Good source
Protein
12.2 g · 24% DV target
A creamy, nutty staple of Italian cuisine, these white kidney beans provide a dense plant-based protein foundation with a smooth texture that absorbs surrounding flavors.
Cannellini beans (a variety of common bean) are consistently linked to improved heart health, with meta-analyses showing that substituting legumes for red meat reduces cardiovascular risk factors like blood pressure and cholesterol .48
Regular consumption is associated with better weight management, as meta-analyses of clinical trials indicate that including beans in the diet can lead to significant reductions in body weight and waist circumference compared to bean-free diets .17
These legumes are a practical source of plant-based protein and dietary fiber, which helps moderate blood sugar levels after meals and improves insulin sensitivity in individuals with metabolic concerns .8
Large-scale cohort studies suggest that eating legumes four or more times per week may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease by as much as 22% .4
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
12.2 g · 24% DV target
29.5 g · 11% DV target
15.2 g · 54% DV target
0.18 mg · 15% DV target
76.4 μg · 19% DV target
113 mg · 9% DV target
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Applies to dried beans stored in a sealed container.
For cooked or opened canned beans.
Legumes have a low carbon footprint and fix nitrogen in the soil, reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers.
Cannellini beans are a variety of the common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) and were originally bred in Argentina before becoming a cornerstone of Tuscan culinary identity.