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Eden Foods Organic Black Beans
Canned & Packaged Goods
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Eden Foods Organic Black Beans

Eden
15 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
7g
Protein
15mg
Sodium
6g
Fiber
7
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Eden Foods Organic Black Beans arrive on the grocer's shelves in the canned goods aisle, typically stacked near other beans, lentils, canned tomatoes, and plant-based proteins. You might find them beside other organic and natural brands, sprouted grains, and ethnic aisle staples like chipotle peppers or masa harina. These 15-oz cans are pitched at shoppers looking for a pantry staple that doubles as a healthy convenience item—home cooks who value organic sourcing, long-lasting shelf life, and simple ingredient lists. The brand voice leans wholesome and family-farm oriented: “Pure & Purifying,” Michigan-grown, OCIA certified organic, and BPA-free can lining are front-and-center, signaling a healthful, natural positioning with environmental and food-safety notes rather than gimmicky or kid-targeted marketing. Visually and verbally the label evokes back-to-basics cooking and multicultural use—rice bowls, Caribbean stews, Mexican tacos, soups, and quick weeknight burritos. Sensory expectations: creamy, slightly sweet interior flesh with a tender bite and an intact dark skin that hints at earthy, mildly nutty flavors; kombu seaweed adds a gentle umami and enhances digestibility. Packaging ritual is simple — open, drain or heat with aromatics, or toss directly into soups, grain bowls, and salsas. Processing context: these are canned and heat-sterilized for safety and shelf stability, but the ingredient list contains whole foods only (organic black turtle beans, water, kombu). In American grocery culture the product sits at the intersection of practical pantry convenience and conscious eating—practical for meal prep, comforting in tradition, and reassuring to shoppers who prioritize organic and minimal-ingredient choices.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Servings per Container: 3.5
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium15mg1%
Total Carbohydrate18g7%
Dietary Fiber6g21%
Protein7g
* 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

Organic, Black, Turtle, Beans,, Water,, Kombu, Seaweed..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Canned and heat-processed for shelf stability but made from whole-food ingredients (beans, water, kombu) without industrial formulations, placing it in the 'processed' category rather than 'ultra-processed.'

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Common Questions about Eden Foods Organic Black Beans

Absolutely! Eden's black beans are packed with protein and fiber, making them a nutritious choice for a variety of diets. With only 110 calories per serving and minimal sodium, they're a wholesome addition to meals, especially when compared to many processed snacks that often come loaded with added sugars and unhealthy fats.

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