Traditional Refried Beans vs Frijoles Negros Refritos
Overall, Frijoles Negros Refritos has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 2.
Traditional Refried Beans
Frijoles Negros Refritos
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Traditional Refried Beans | Frijoles Negros Refritos |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | b |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 75 kcal | 86 kcal |
| Fat | 1.3 g | 6 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.4 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 0.8 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 0.9 g | 1.1 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 6 g |
| Protein | 4.2 g | 4 g |
| Additives | 0 | 1 |
| Allergens | None | Soybeans, Glutamato monosódico |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Traditional Refried Beans has 13% fewer calories (75 kcal vs 86 kcal).
- Traditional Refried Beans has 79% less fat (1.3 g vs 6 g).
- Frijoles Negros Refritos has no saturated fat, while Traditional Refried Beans has 0.4 g.
- Frijoles Negros Refritos has no sugar, while Traditional Refried Beans has 0.8 g.
- Frijoles Negros Refritos has 58% more fiber (6 g vs 2.5 g).
- Frijoles Negros Refritos has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Traditional Refried Beans lists: None.
- Only Frijoles Negros Refritos lists: Soybeans, Glutamato monosódico.
Ingredients
Traditional Refried Beans
Lard, salt, tomato paste, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, chili pepper, hydrogenated lard, sugar Ingredients derived from a bioengineered source
Frijoles Negros Refritos
Agua, frijol negro 21%, aceite de soja, cebolla, sal yodada, grasa de origen animal, chile jalapeño, ajo, potenciador de sabor (E621).
FAQ
Which is healthier: Traditional Refried Beans or Frijoles Negros Refritos?
Overall, Frijoles Negros Refritos 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?
Traditional Refried Beans has fewer calories: 75 kcal versus 86 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Frijoles Negros Refritos has less sugar: 0 g versus 0.8 g per 100 g.