Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Refried beans's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.
Good nutrient density 25/100
How many beneficial nutrients Refried beans delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Refried beans come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
59% from carbs
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Carbs 59%13.6 g per serving
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Fat 20%2.0 g per serving
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Protein 22%5.0 g per serving
What Refried beans is a good source of
Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value.
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.6 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 169.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 361.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 4.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 1.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 22.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 394.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 192.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 24.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 564.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 9.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 361.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 3.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 5.0 g |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 5.7 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.1 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 2.1 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.3 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 10.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.0 mcg | |
| Choline | 21.2 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 29.0 mg | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | |
| Magnesium | 35.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 92.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 319.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 370.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.6 mg | |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | |
| Selenium | 5.8 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | ~ | — |
About Refried beans
Refried beans are a cornerstone of Mexican and Tex-Mex cooking: pinto (or sometimes black) beans cooked soft, mashed, and warmed through with a little fat and seasoning. Despite the name they are not fried twice — the term comes from a mistranslation of "well-fried."
They are quietly one of the healthier dishes on this list. At around 90 calories per 100 grams they are light, and they deliver plant protein, plenty of fiber, iron and folate. Traditional versions cooked in lard carry more saturated fat; many modern and canned ones use vegetable oil or none at all.
Spread on a tortilla, spooned beside rice, or used as a base for nachos and burritos, they add staying power and fiber to a plate. Checking the fat and sodium on canned versions is worthwhile, as both vary widely.
Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Refried beans?
There are 90 calories in 100 g of Refried beans, or about 234 calories in 1 cup (260 g).
How much protein is in Refried beans?
Refried beans contains 5.0 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Refried beans?
Refried beans has 13.6 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Refried beans?
Refried beans provides 2.0 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Refried beans a good source of?
Refried beans is a good source of Copper, Dietary Fiber, Selenium and Protein (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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