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Del Monte Green Beans, Low Sodium
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Del Monte Green Beans, Low Sodium

DEL MONTE
14.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
20
Calories
1g
Protein
1g
Sugars
190mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
5
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Del Monte Fresh Cut Blue Lake 50% Less Sodium French Style Green Beans (14.5 oz) is a pantry-ready take on a classic vegetable side. You’ll find this can in the grocery’s canned vegetable aisle, shelved beside other canned green beans, corn, peas and mixed vegetables, often near canned tomatoes and broths. It fits everyday shopping trips — from stocking up for weeknight dinners and meal-prep Sundays to emergency or storm-prep shopping when long-shelf staples are needed. The brand leans on heritage American produce imagery: Del Monte evokes reliability, family meals, and convenience for busy cooks who want a familiar, no-fuss vegetable option; marketing targets mainstream shoppers and parents seeking recognizable, affordable pantry staples. The label highlights “50% Less Sodium,” “no genetically engineered ingredients,” “made without preservatives,” and a “non-BPA can lining,” but it is not organic and contains added sea salt. In plain terms this is a canned, heat-processed vegetable with minimal ingredients — green beans, water and sea salt — rather than a fresh or frozen product. Sensory experience is straightforward: thinly sliced “French style” beans with a tender-crisp texture, mild vegetal flavor and a lightly salted finish; the can preserves a bright green color and is convenient to drain, heat, and season. Rituals include draining into a sauté pan with butter or olive oil, tossing with herbs, or stirring into casseroles, pastas and soups. The packaging’s form factor (14.5 oz can) is sized for family dinners or multiple servings, reinforcing its role as an everyday, practical vegetable option in American kitchens.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Servings per Container: 3.5
Calories20
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium190mg8%
Total Carbohydrate3g1%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars1g
Protein1g
* 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

Green, Beans,, Water,, Sea, Salt..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

The product contains a whole vegetable with only water and added sea salt and is preserved by canning, so it is a processed food rather than ultra-processed (no industrial additives or formulations). It is heat-processed and salted for shelf stability, which fits NOVA group 3.

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Common Questions about Del Monte Green Beans, Low Sodium

Absolutely! These green beans are low in calories and sodium, making them a great choice for anyone looking to add more veggies to their diet. They’re a fantastic alternative to more processed side dishes, and since they’re minimally processed, you can feel good about reaching for them.

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