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Green Giant Cut Green Beans
Canned & Packaged Goods
📊 NOVA 3🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free✨ Seed Oil Free

Green Giant Cut Green Beans

Green Giant
14.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
15
Calories
1g
Protein
1g
Sugars
380mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
4
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Green Giant Cut Green Beans arrive on grocery shelves in the canned-goods aisle, shelved alongside other shelf-stable vegetables like corn, peas, and mixed vegetables, and often near canned tomatoes and broth. Shoppers reach for them during routine weekly errands, last-minute holiday side preparations, or when stocking the pantry before storms. The brand projects a long-standing, family-friendly image — Green Giant is positioned as a reliable, heritage vegetable brand that appeals to practical shoppers who want familiar, affordable vegetables without fuss. Packaging leans on clear, recognizable branding: a green label with simple product naming, sometimes showcasing a vegetable photo; there are often non-processed health halos such as “100% vegetables” implied by the short ingredient list. It typically lacks kid-specific cartooning or organic certification on standard SKUs, though the brand may offer organic lines separately. In plain terms, these are canned green beans that have been cooked, sealed, and preserved with water and a modest amount of salt to extend shelf life. Sensory expectations are straightforward: tender-crisp to soft texture depending on heating, a muted vegetal aroma, and a clean, slightly saline taste. The ritual is practical — drained and warmed as a quick side, added to casseroles (think holiday green bean casserole), tossed into stews, or used cold in salads. The metal can and pull-tab lid signal durability and convenience, making this a pantry staple for busy households, budget-conscious cooks, and anyone seeking a quick serving of vegetables without the prep of fresh produce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Servings per Container: 3.5
Calories15
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium380mg17%
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,, 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 only green beans, water, and salt but is canned and preserved for shelf stability; added salt and industrial preservation place it in NOVA group 3 (processed foods).

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Common Questions about Green Giant Cut Green Beans

Sure thing! These green beans are low in calories and have no added sugars or preservatives, making them a pretty solid choice for a side dish. They’re not bursting with protein or fiber, but they’re a great way to add some veggies to your plate without a lot of fuss.

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