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15 Delicious Ways to Use Canned Beans Under 350 Calories

Published April 1, 2020
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A bowl of chili, made hearty with canned beans, is topped with sour cream, sliced radishes, and chopped green onions, complemented by a wooden spoon. Next to the bowl are small dishes containing more sour cream, green onions, and radish slices. The background is a gray surface. MyFitnessPal Blog
Published April 1, 2020
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A classic pantry staple, canned beans are a great source of plant-based protein and gut-friendly fiber. They’re also budget-friendly and super versatile. From soups and stews to salads and healthier takes on game day foods like nachos, these recipes take advantage of canned beans — all under 350 calories per serving.

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1. INSTANT POT BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND WHITE BEAN CHILI | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 265; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 332mg; Carbohydrate: 42g; Dietary Fiber: 9g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 14g

2. HUEVOS RANCHEROS NESTS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 267; Total Fat: 13g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 6g; Cholesterol: 194mg; Sodium: 336mg; Carbohydrate: 24g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 13g

3. SLOW COOKER BEEF CHILI | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 339; Total Fat: 19g; Saturated Fat: 7g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 61mg; Sodium: 281mg; Carbohydrate: 20g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 24g

4. CREAMY WHITE BEAN AND SPINACH SOUP | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 98; Total Fat: 4g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 128mg; Carbohydrate: 17g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 2g; Protein: 5g

5. QUICK AND EASY GREEN CHICKEN ENCHILADAS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 393; Total Fat: 18g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 42mg; Sodium: 403mg; Carbohydrate: 37g; Dietary Fiber: 9g; Sugar: 5g; Protein 22g

6. CHIPOTLE BLACK BEAN NACHOS WITH GREEK YOGURT | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 325; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 203mg; Carbohydrate: 51g; Dietary Fiber: 12g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 17g

7. SLOW COOKER PUMPKIN CHILI WITH BULGUR | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 183; Total Fat: 1g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 362mg; Carbohydrate: 39g; Dietary Fiber: 12g; Sugar: 8g; Protein: 9g

8. CAULIFLOWER BLACK BEAN TACOS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 286; Total Fat: 4g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 467mg; Carbohydrate: 52g; Dietary Fiber: 15g; Sugar: 7g; Protein: 13g

9. SPAGHETTI PIE WITH WHITE BEANS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 196; Total Fat: 5g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 12mg; Sodium: 307mg; Carbohydrate: 24g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 15g

10. WHITE BEAN BARLEY BOWL | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 317; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 5g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 218mg; Carbohydrate: 54g; Dietary Fiber: 9g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 12g

11. SLOW COOKER CHICKEN AND LENTIL CHILI | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 282; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 38mg; Sodium: 448mg; Carbohydrate: 39g; Dietary Fiber: 18g; Sugar: 6g; Protein: 28g

12. TURKEY AND BLACK BEAN TACO CASSEROLE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 298; Total Fat: 10g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 67mg; Sodium: 472mg; Carbohydrate: 24g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 5g; Protein 29g

13. CHICKEN AND BLACK BEAN TOSTADAS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 310; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 23mg; Sodium: 629mg; Carbohydrate: 30g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 22g

14. BLACK BEAN & CORN TACO SALAD | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 278; Total Fat: 7g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 332mg; Carbohydrate: 45g; Dietary Fiber: 14g; Sugar: 18g; Protein: 12g

15. HIGH-FIBER BLACK BEAN ENCHILADAS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 309; Total Fat: 7g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 69mg; Sodium: 337mg; Carbohydrate: 34g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 7g; Protein: 27g

The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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