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Pinto Beans

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Common questions

Is Pinto Beans healthy?

Pinto Beans scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product consists primarily of pinto beans, which are a good source of protein and fiber, contributing positively to a balanced diet.

How processed is Pinto Beans?

Pinto Beans is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Pinto Beans' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Prepared Pinto Beans counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Pinto Beans

H-E-B
65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by H-E-B
Category Beans
Summary

This product consists primarily of pinto beans, which are a good source of protein and fiber, contributing positively to a balanced diet. However, the presence of calcium disodium EDTA, a synthetic preservative, and the processing level limit its score. While the beans themselves are nutritious, the added preservative and processing reduce the overall healthiness compared to less processed options.

Key ingredients 5

Prepared Pinto Beans
Good

A nutrient-dense whole food providing plant-based protein, complex carbohydrates, and dietary fiber.

Water
Neutral

Essential liquid used for hydration and cooking the beans.

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Salt
Neutral

Used for flavor enhancement and seasoning.

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Calcium Chloride
Neutral

A mineral salt used as a firming agent to maintain the texture of the beans.

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Calcium Disodium Edta
Neutral

A food additive used as a preservative to protect flavor and color.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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