Traditional Refried Beans

Traditional Refried Beans

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Target diet: Vegan

Traditional Refried Beans · Vegan

No, skip it.

lard.

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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Deciding ingredient

lard

On the label

Cooked Pinto BeansWater. 2% LardSaltTomato PasteCuminOnion PowderGarlic PowderChili Pepper

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientslard
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
75 kcal
Fat
1.3 g
Saturated fat
0.4 g
low
Sugars
0.8 g
low
Fibre
2.5 g
Protein
4.2 g
Salt
0.9 g

Per 100 g this product is low in saturated fat, low in sugars. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

Cooked Pinto Beans, Water. 2% Lard, Salt, Tomato Paste, Cumin, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Chili Pepper, Hydrogenated Lard, Sugar.

Detailed analysis: why is Traditional Refried Beans not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Traditional Refried Beans is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • lard

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Cooked Pinto Beans, Water. 2% Lard, Salt, Tomato Paste, Cumin, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Chili Pepper, Hydrogenated Lard, Sugar.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Traditional Refried Beans contains 75 calories per 100g, with 4.2g of protein, 1.3g of fat (0.8g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional Refried Beans Vegan?

No, Traditional Refried Beans is generally not Vegan because it contains lard.

Does Traditional Refried Beans contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Cooked Pinto Beans, Water. 2% Lard, Salt, Tomato Paste, Cumin, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Chili Pepper, Hydrogenated Lard, Sugar.

What are the nutritional facts of Traditional Refried Beans?

Traditional Refried Beans contains 75 calories per 100g, with 4.2g of protein, and 1.3g of fat.

How much sugar is in Traditional Refried Beans?

Traditional Refried Beans lists 0.8 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).

Is Traditional Refried Beans ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Traditional Refried Beans is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Traditional Refried Beans on a Vegan diet?

No, Traditional Refried Beans is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.