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Goya Dark Red Beans
International & World Foods
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Goya Dark Red Beans

Goya
15.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
8g
Protein
2g
Sugars
330mg
Sodium
8g
Fiber
14
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Goya Dark Red Beans are a pantry staple you usually find in the canned goods aisle, stacked with other canned beans, tomatoes, and rice mixes, often near the Latin and Caribbean food section where Goya has strong brand presence. The 15.5 oz metal can is designed for convenience and longevity, promising a ready-to-use legume for quick weeknight dinners or larger family feasts. Shoppers reach for this can on grocery runs focused on budget-friendly staples, storm prep, or when assembling simple meal-prep bowls — it is equally at home in a pot of homemade chili, a rice and beans plate, or tossed into a salad for added protein. Goya positions itself as a culturally trusted brand in Hispanic and broader American markets, marketed for authenticity, value, and everyday use rather than gourmet indulgence. The label tends to emphasize tradition and utility rather than child-focused marketing or organic certification; this product is not labeled organic and carries modest claims, though it often benefits from a health-halo by association with beans as a wholesome protein. Processing context: these are cooked and canned for shelf stability and include a few industrial additives to preserve texture and color. Sensory notes: expect firm yet creamy kidney bean texture, deep maroon color, and a slightly sweet-salty brine from added sugar and salt; the ritual is quick — open, drain and rinse or heat straight in a pot. For many American households this can represents practical, comforting convenience anchored in cultural cooking routines.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Servings per Container: 3.5
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0.5g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium330mg14%
Total Carbohydrate22g8%
Dietary Fiber8g29%
Total Sugars2g
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

Kidney, Beans,, Water,, Sugar,, Salt,, Calcium, Chloride, (Firming, Agent),, Disodium, EDTA, (for, Color, Retention)..

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?

The product contains industrial additives (disodium EDTA and calcium chloride) and added sugar beyond basic culinary ingredients, and is a commercially formulated, shelf-stable item, fitting NOVA group 4 criteria for ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Goya Dark Red Beans

Goya Dark Red Beans can definitely be part of a healthy diet! They’re high in protein and fiber, which are great for keeping you full and satisfied. Plus, at just 120 calories per serving, they make a nutritious addition to salads, soups, or burritos, especially when paired with whole grains.

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