Of course these legumes are packed with plant-based protein and fiber.
But that’s just the beginning.
Let’s explore why kidney beans are such a healthy food.
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Kidney beans, like other beans, supply prebiotic fiber, saysLauren Manaker, M.S., RDN, LD.
This makes beans an obvious food choice for those looking to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight.
How to enjoy kidney beans
Kidney beans are incredibly versatile when it comes to cooking.
Vasquez loves habichuelas guisadas, which is Spanish for “stewed beans.”
Manaker suggests making yourhummuswith kidney beans in place of garbanzo beans for a fun twist.
In the mood for soup?
Enjoy kidney beans in our veggie-forwardLinguica, Kale and Red Bean SouporVeggistrone.
Or pop open a can and make vegan beet burgers starring kidney beans and beets.
They offer digestive health benefits and can help with weight management and disease prevention, too.
Beyond that, they’re incredibly versatile, delicious and easy to enjoy.
