
Goya Red Kidney Beans
What You Should Know
Goya Red Kidney Beans (29 oz) is a familiar staple you’ll find stacked in the canned-goods aisle, often grouped with other beans, canned vegetables and nearby rice and Latin pantry items. The bold Goya label signals a brand deeply associated with Hispanic and Caribbean home cooking, but its utility makes it a cross-cultural kitchen favorite for busy households. Shoppers reach for this can on grocery runs for planned soups, chili or weekly meal-prep sessions, and it’s also a sensible grab for storm-prep or last-minute game-day cooking. The package copy — “Bright, plump and tender” and a nod to ChooseMyPlate.gov — gives a simple health halo without organic certification or kid-focused gimmicks; it’s straightforward, not targeted to children specifically. Sensory expectations are clear: glossy, plump red beans with a soft yet slightly firm bite from a preserving firming agent; mildly salty broth in a metal can with a full-color label. Typical rituals include draining and rinsing to reduce sodium, stirring into rice-and-beans, stews, salads or chili, and using the can for quick protein boosts in meal-prep bowls. Processing context: these are cooked and canned for shelf stability with salt and small technical additives to preserve texture and color. Marketing leans on trust and tradition — Goya’s long-standing presence in Latino markets conveys authenticity, convenience and an everyday pantry identity aimed at families and cooks seeking reliable, culturally rooted ingredients. It reads as practical and homey: an easy foundation for comforting, nutrient-rich meals with minimal fuss.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Red, Kidney, Beans,, Water,, Salt,, Calcium, Chloride, Added, as, a, Firming, Agent, and, Disodium, EDTA, Added, to, Promote, Color, Retention..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Disodium EDTA - Synthetic preservative
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Processed Food
Why this score?
This is a processed food (NOVA 3): whole beans that have been cooked and canned with added salt and technical additives (calcium chloride, disodium EDTA) for preservation and color retention, but not reformulated as an ultra-processed product.
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Common Questions about Goya Red Kidney Beans
Absolutely! These beans pack a punch with 8 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber per serving, making them a solid choice for a balanced diet. They’re low in sugar and free from artificial additives, so they can be a great addition to your meals, especially if you’re looking for nutrient-rich options.
