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Legumes

Kidney Bean

Kidney bean is a common edible legume with a firm texture and mild flavor, widely used in soups, stews, and chili. It must be thoroughly cooked before eating.

Beneficial properties

high in fiber plant-based protein rich in folate supports digestive health low in fat

Nutritional highlights

Kidney beans provide fiber, protein, folate, iron, magnesium, potassium, and manganese.

Caution. Raw or undercooked kidney beans can cause gastrointestinal illness due to naturally occurring lectins and should never be eaten uncooked.

Recipes featuring Kidney Bean