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Made With Regular Great Northern Bean
Canned & Packaged Goods
📊 NOVA 3🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free🌿 Organic✨ Seed Oil Free

Made With Regular Great Northern Bean

Made With
15 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
7g
Protein
1g
Sugars
125mg
Sodium
6g
Fiber
7
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Made With Regular Great Northern Beans (15 oz) is a straightforward, shelf-stable canned legume that you’ll typically find in the canned goods aisle near other beans, canned vegetables, and sometimes grouped with organic or natural pantry items. It reads like a pantry staple for cooks who want simple, plant-based building blocks: the label emphasizes USDA Organic and Non-GMO Project verification, with friendly copy (“The Power of Great Northern Beans”) that highlights fiber, protein and iron. Brand positioning skews toward health- and eco-conscious shoppers who favor clean labels and minimal ingredients—organic, familiar, and trustworthy rather than trendy or gourmet. On the shelf it benefits from health halos: organic certification badges, “Non-GMO” marks, and a recycled-packaging callout that signal naturalness and sustainability. The ingredient list—water, organic beans, sea salt—is short and transparent, and the product is prepared and packed in the USA, which further reinforces provenance. In plain terms it’s a canned, heat-processed product for long-term storage rather than a fresh bean, but processing is minimal: beans are cooked, canned with water and salt, and sterilized for safety and shelf life. Sensory-wise, expect small, pale off-white beans with a mild, nutty flavor and a creamy, tender texture that holds together in stews or softens into spreads. Packaging is a standard easy-open metal can; rituals include rinsing/draining, heating with aromatics for soup or chili, tossing into salads, or mashing for quick dips—practical food that bridges convenience and wholesome cooking.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0 cup
Servings per Container: 3.5
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium125mg5%
Total Carbohydrate20g7%
Dietary Fiber6g21%
Total Sugars1g
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

Water,, Organic, Great, Northern, Beans,, Sea, Salt..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

The product contains only organic beans, water and sea salt and is heat-processed and canned for shelf stability, so it is a processed food (NOVA 3) rather than an ultra-processed formulation with additives or industrial ingredients.

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Common Questions about Made With Regular Great Northern Bean

Absolutely! These beans are packed with protein and fiber, making them a great choice for a balanced diet. Compared to many other canned goods, they’re low in sodium and free from added sugars and preservatives, which can make them a healthier option to add to your meals.

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