Refried Black Beans 16oz - Good & Gather™

Common questions

Is Refried Black Beans 16oz - Good & Gather™ healthy?

Refried Black Beans 16oz - Good & Gather™ scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains beneficial ingredients like black beans and tomato paste, which provide protein, fiber, and antioxidants.

How processed is Refried Black Beans 16oz - Good & Gather™?

Refried Black Beans 16oz - Good & Gather™ is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Refried Black Beans 16oz - Good & Gather™'s score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Prepared Black Beans, Tomato Paste, Onion Powder count in its favor; Lard is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Refried Black Beans 16oz - Good & Gather™

Good And Gather
65 Fair

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 5
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Target Corporation
Category Canned Foods
Summary

This product contains beneficial ingredients like black beans and tomato paste, which provide protein, fiber, and antioxidants. However, it is moderately processed and includes lard, which may not be suitable for all dietary preferences. The ingredient list is relatively clean with no artificial additives, but the processing level limits its overall health score.

Key ingredients 8

Prepared Black Beans
Good

Prepared black beans are a nutritious source of plant-based protein and fiber, supporting digestive health and sustained energy.

Tomato Paste
Good

Tomato paste adds flavor and provides antioxidants like lycopene, contributing to overall health benefits.

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Onion Powder
Good

Onion powder adds flavor and contains antioxidants that support immune health.

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Garlic Powder
Good

Garlic powder enhances taste and offers compounds that may support cardiovascular health.

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Spices
Good

Whole-food seasonings, antioxidant-bearing.

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Water
Neutral

Water is essential for hydration and helps in the preparation process without affecting nutritional quality.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Lard
Bad

Lard is high in saturated fats, which can negatively impact heart health if consumed in excess.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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