Black Beans
Also listed as Black Bean and Turtle Beans.
Nuts & Legumes
This is what the ingredient is.
Black beans are a common dry or canned legume. Labels may say black beans.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
They are used in Latin American dishes, burritos, salads, and canned sides.
Here is what food agencies say.
Canned beans follow FDA low-acid canned food rules when applicable.
Here is what research has found.
Can integrity and plant sanitation drive rare recalls of canned bean products.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Rinse canned beans if you want less sodium. Cook dry beans fully.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/15/2026