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Bush's Best  Beans, Dark Red Kidney
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Bush's Best Beans, Dark Red Kidney

Bush's Best
16 oz
Available at Foodtown
130
Calories
8g
Protein
3g
Sugars
270mg
Sodium
5g
Fiber
20
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Bush's Best Dark Red Kidney Beans arrive in the canned goods aisle, shelved alongside other canned beans, soups, chili starters, and ready-to-use legumes. You’ll spot them near rice mixes and salsa for quick meal pairing. These 16-ounce cans are positioned as a pantry staple for everyday cooks — an all-purpose, reliable ingredient for weeknight chili, potlucks, batch cooking, or emergency pantry stocking. The product leans into classic American comfort-cooking imagery: family dinners, backyard chili competitions, and simple, familiar recipes. Bush’s Best markets toward home cooks who want convenience without sacrificing heartiness — parents, busy professionals, and budget-conscious shoppers who value protein and fiber from plant sources. The label emphasizes “plant-based protein” and versatility, which creates a wholesome health halo, but it does not claim organic certification; branding reads mainstream and family-friendly rather than artisanal or kid-targeted. On the ingredient list you’ll find sugar, salt, dextrose, and small technical additives (calcium chloride and disodium EDTA) used for firming and color retention — a reminder this is a processed, shelf-stable product. Sensory-wise the beans are dark, glossy, and full-bodied; each bean is tender yet holds its shape in a savory, slightly sweet brine. Typical use rituals include draining or rinsing, adding straight to chili, salads, or rice bowls, or simmering them with aromatics for a quick meal. The can’s familiar label and consistent texture make it a trusted convenience item in American kitchens, bridging quick prep with traditional flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Servings per Container: 3.5
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium270mg12%
Total Carbohydrate24g9%
Dietary Fiber5g18%
Total Sugars3g
Added Sugars2g4%
Protein8g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Prepared, Dark, Red, Kidney, Beans,, Water,, Sugar,, Salt,, Dextrose,, Calcium, Chloride, (Firming, Agent),, and, Disodium, EDTA, (To, Promote, Color, Retention)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Disodium EDTA - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial additives (disodium EDTA, calcium chloride) and added sugars/salt in a shelf-stable formulated product, fitting the NOVA ultra-processed category.

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Common Questions about Bush's Best Beans, Dark Red Kidney

Absolutely! These beans pack a punch with 8 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber per serving, making them a great addition to a balanced diet. They're particularly beneficial for those looking to boost their plant-based protein intake or add some fiber to their meals.

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