Mixed Beans in Water vs Mexican style beans & corn
Overall, Mixed Beans in Water has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 3.
Mixed Beans in Water
Mexican style beans & corn
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Mixed Beans in Water | Mexican style beans & corn |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | a | a |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 114 kcal | 92 kcal |
| Fat | 1.1 g | 0.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 0.1 g |
| Sugars | 0.3 g | 4.1 g |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 0.8 g |
| Fiber | 6.4 g | 3.8 g |
| Protein | 7.3 g | 4.9 g |
| Additives | 1 | 0 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Mexican style beans & corn has 19% fewer calories (92 kcal vs 114 kcal).
- Mexican style beans & corn has 55% less fat (0.5 g vs 1.1 g).
- Mixed Beans in Water has 93% less sugar (0.3 g vs 4.1 g).
- Mixed Beans in Water has 94% less salt (0.1 g vs 0.8 g).
- Mixed Beans in Water has 41% more fiber (6.4 g vs 3.8 g).
- Mixed Beans in Water has 33% more protein (7.3 g vs 4.9 g).
- Mexican style beans & corn is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Mixed Beans in Water
Mixed Beans (Black Eyed Beans, Chickpeas, Pea Beans, Pinto Beans, Red Kidney Beans, Adzuki Beans), Water, Firming Agent: Calcium Chloride
Mexican style beans & corn
Mixed beans* (50% - red kindey beans, tondini beans, cannellini beans, pinto beans, black-eyed beans), water, tomato paste*, red peppers*, corn* (1.2%), cane sugar*, corn starch*, sea salt, onion*, spices*. *From Organic Agriculture
FAQ
Which is healthier: Mixed Beans in Water or Mexican style beans & corn?
Overall, Mixed Beans in Water has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Mexican style beans & corn has fewer calories: 92 kcal versus 114 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Mixed Beans in Water has less sugar: 0.3 g versus 4.1 g per 100 g.