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Cuban style, black bean and plantain balls
Cuban style, black bean and plantain balls by Franklin Farms provides 188 kcal per 100 g, with 7.1 g of sugars and 8.2 g of protein. That is 210% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is A and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Vegan patties category and comes in a 9 oz pack. Contains: soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 3 Pieces (85 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 188 kcal | 160 kcal | 212 −11% | |
| Total fat | 7.1 g | 6 g | 8% | 10.7 −34% |
| Saturated fat | 0.6 g | 0.5 g | 3% | 2.1 −71% |
| Carbohydrates | 20 g | 17 g | 6% | 14 +43% |
| Total sugars | 7.1 g | 6 g | 2.3 +210% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.2 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 7.1 g | 6 g | 21% | 4.9 +43% |
| Protein | 8.2 g | 7 g | 14% | 12.8 −35% |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.5 g | 1.3 −58% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 326 Vegan patties products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from December 2022. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other vegan patties
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Filtered water, black beans, brown rice, fried plantains (plantains, vegetable oil), textured soy protein, canola oil, pineapple, tomato paste, chipotle in adobo (chipotle pepper, water, tomato puree, vinegar, soybean oil, salt, sugar, onion, garlic powder, spices), ginger puree (ginger, water), methylcellulose, organic tamari (water, organic soybeans, salt), chili powder (chili pepper, salt, garlic, cumin, spices), sea salt, black pepper, vinegar powder, dehydrated garlic, dehydrated onion, spices.
- Allergens
- Soybeans
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 9 oz
- Serving size
- 3 Pieces (85 g)
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianVegan
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0044325120845
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Cuban style, black bean and plantain balls?
Cuban style, black bean and plantain balls contains 188 kcal per 100 g and about 160 kcal per serving (3 Pieces (85 g)).
How much sugar is in Cuban style, black bean and plantain balls?
Cuban style, black bean and plantain balls has 7.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Cuban style, black bean and plantain balls healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of A (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Cuban style, black bean and plantain balls vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
What allergens does Cuban style, black bean and plantain balls contain?
According to the label data it contains: Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 17, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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