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Del Monte Green Beans, No Salt Added French Style
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Del Monte Green Beans, No Salt Added French Style

DEL MONTE
14.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
20
Calories
1g
Protein
1g
Sugars
10mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
3
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Del Monte Fresh Cut Blue Lake French Style Green Beans (No Salt Added) is a familiar pantry staple you’ll find on the canned-vegetable aisle, often shelved near other canned greens, corn, and tomato products. Shoppers reach for it on grocery runs focused on building a versatile, long-lasting vegetable supply—think weeknight dinners, meal-prep Sundays, or storm-prep trips. The DEL MONTE brand positions this item as an all-American, family-friendly choice: mainstream, reliable, and aimed at practical cooks who want convenience without a lot of fuss. Label cues emphasize wholesomeness and modest health claims — “No Salt Added,” “Made without preservatives,” and a non-GMO callout — while stopping short of organic certification. The can label leans into a natural-sounding story (“picked and packed at the peak of freshness,” non-BPA lining) that reassures shoppers seeking simple ingredients. In plain processing terms, these beans are heat‑processed and sealed in a can for shelf stability; ingredients are minimal (green beans and water). Sensory notes: drained or heated, the French-style cut yields thin, tender strips that are slightly soft but retain a mild snap when cooked briefly; flavor is vegetal and fresh-muted from canning. Packaging is a 14.5 oz metal can — an easy-open staple that fits in a pantry or emergency kit. The typical ritual involves opening the can, draining or rinsing, then quickly seasoning with butter, salt, pepper, herbs, or tossing into casseroles, pastas, or mixed vegetables. Overall, it reads as a convenient, low-effort vegetable option that fits everyday American cooking rhythms.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Servings per Container: 312
Calories20
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium10mg0%
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..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:1 / 4

Minimally Processed

Why this score?

Ingredients are only green beans and water with no additives; the product is simply heat-processed and canned for preservation, placing it in the minimally processed NOVA 1 category.

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Common Questions about Del Monte Green Beans, No Salt Added French Style

Absolutely! These green beans are a low-calorie option, with only 20 calories per half-cup serving. They’re a great source of vitamins and minerals, making them a nutritious addition to your meals, especially when compared to more calorie-dense sides.

Perfect For

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