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Fava beans
Fava beans by Cortas provides 120 kcal per 100 g, with 0.8 g of sugars and 8.8 g of protein. That is 32% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is B. It is listed in the Canned legumes category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 kcal | 90 +34% |
| Total fat | 1.6 g | 1.3 +19% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0.3 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 18.4 g | 11.7 +57% |
| Total sugars | 0.8 g | 1.2 −32% |
| Protein | 8.8 g | 5.9 +49% |
| Salt | 0.8 g | 0.7 |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 348 Canned legumes products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other canned legumes
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Product details
- Sold in
- France
- Barcode
- 0735143003884
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Fava beans?
Fava beans contains 120 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Fava beans?
Fava beans has 0.8 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Fava beans healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of B (A is best, E is worst). Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 14, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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