Pinto beans are dried bean, similar to kidney beans, but with a light tan appearance speckled with brown spots. Commonly used in Mexican cuisine, Pinto beans are a good source of protein and dietary fiber and are low in fat.
Contents
A 1-cup serving of cooked pinto beans weighs approximately 173 g, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Within that serving, carbohydrates make up around 36 g, while 12 g consist of proteins and approximately 1 g is made of fats. The remainder is dietary fiber, other nutrients and water.
Calories
A serving of cooked pinto beans contains around 200 calories, total. Around 144 calories come from carbohydrates, while 48 calories are provided by proteins and just 8 calories come from fat.
Caloric Value
Around 10 percent of the total daily caloric intake for the average adult can come from a 1-cup serving of cooked pinto beans. This percentage is calculated on a typical 2000 calorie per day diet.
Nutrients
Pinto beans contain substantial amounts of vitamins, such as folate, thiamin, vitamins B6, C, E and K, riboflavin, niacin and pantothenic acid. Dietary minerals in a serving include manganese, phosphorus, iron, magnesium, potassium, calcium, zinc, copper and selenium.
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