Vitacost Peruano Beans - Non-GMO and Gluten Free Description

Native to Mexico, Peruano beans have a mild flavor and are packed with important nutrients such as protein, fiber and iron. Use these pale yellow beans in soups, salads, pasta dishes and creamy dips.

Non-GMO Project Verified
No additives or preservatives
Gluten-free & vegan
Mild flavor and pleasantly creamy texture
Use in soups, salads, pasta dishes and creamy dips
Can be used as a substitute for pinto, navy or cannellini beans
9 grams of protein + 8 grams of dietary fiber per ¼ cup
No cholesterolMove over, pinto. There’s another, even creamier bean that’ll make you pine for the perfect tortilla chip to pair with your dip. Native to Mexico, Peruano beans have a pale yellow color and a pleasant mild flavor. Due to their creamy texture, they can easily be subbed for other beans pinto, navy or cannellini in all your favorite recipes. They’re most often found in refried bean dips, pasta dishes, salads and soups. Peruano beans are packed with plant-powered nutrition just one ¼-cup serving provides 7 grams of filling fiber and 10 grams of satisfying protein; it’s no surprise that these legumes are beloved by vegetarians, dieters and foodies alike. Get cookin''! Soak overnight, rinse and combine 1 cup Peruano beans with 4 cups water (enough to cover beans completely) in a large pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender.Once cooked, there are many ways to enjoy Peruano beans:
Add to your favorite soup, salad or pasta dish
Serve over yellow, white or brown rice
Combine with other legumes in bean salad
Use to make a creamy dipAbout Vitacost Vitacost nutritional products are manufactured to high standards of quality, efficacy and safety. Each Vitacost product meets or exceeds the standards and requirements set forth in the FDA’s Code of Federal Regulation (21 CFR, 111) Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

Directions
Keep dry and at room temperature (59°-75°F [15°-24°C]).Free OfMilk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, crustacean shellfish, fish, soy, gluten, titanium dioxide.
Disclaimer These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1/4 Cup (Approx 35 g)
Servings per Container: 13
Amount Per Serving% Daily Value
Calories130
Calories from Fat10
Total Fat1 g1%
Saturated Fat0 g0%
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg0%
Sodium5 mg0%
Total Carbohydrate21 g7%
Dietary Fiber8 g34%
Sugars1 g
Protein9 g
Vitamin A0%
Vitamin C0%
Calcium0%
Iron15%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Other Ingredients: Peruano beans.

Warnings
Manufactured in facility that also processes milk, soy and wheat.
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