Cooked red kidney beans: 127 kcal per 100 g

Nutrition information: cooked red kidney beans

Nutrient	Carbs 100 g	% RI*	Serving (150 g)
Energy	127 kcal531 kJ	6%	191 kcal799 kJ
Fat	0.5 g	1%	0.8 g
of which saturated fatty acids	0.1 g	1%	0.2 g
Carbs	15.4 g	6%	23.1 g
of which sugars	0.3 g	0%	0.5 g
Fiber	7.4 g	-	11.1 g
Protein	8.7 g	17%	13.1 g
Salt	0.01 g	0%	0.02 g
Water	66.9 g	-	100.4 g

* RI = reference intake for an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal). Carbs exclude fiber, as shown on EU food labels.

How many calories are in cooked red kidney beans?

Calories and macronutrients in typical servings. Use the calculator at the top of the page to calculate a different weight.

Serving	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat
1 tablespoon11 g	14 kcal	1 g	1.7 g	0.1 g
100 g	127 kcal	8.7 g	15.4 g	0.5 g
Serving150 g	191 kcal	13.1 g	23.1 g	0.8 g
Cup184 g	234 kcal	16 g	28.3 g	0.9 g

Vitamins and minerals

In 100 g of cooked red kidney beans, the highest amounts are folate (65% of the RI), iron (21%), and phosphorus (20%). We show nutrients present at levels of at least 2% of the RI per 100 g.

Nutrient	Carbs 100 g	% RI
Potassium	403 mg	20%
Calcium	28 mg	4%
Magnesium	45 mg	12%
Phosphorus	142 mg	20%
Iron	2.9 mg	21%
Zinc	1.1 mg	11%
Selenium	1.2 µg	2%
Vitamin B1 (thiamin)	0.16 mg	15%
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)	0.06 mg	4%
Vitamin B3 (niacin)	0.6 mg	4%
Vitamin B6	0.12 mg	9%
Folate	130 µg	65%
Vitamin K	8.4 µg	11%

Cooked red kidney beans compared with other foods

Cooked red kidney beans have more calories per 100 g than 38% of the legumes in our chart. Here’s how foods in the legumes category with similar calorie counts compare (kcal per 100 g):

Cooked lentils116 kcal
Cooked split peas118 kcal
Edamame121 kcal
Canned red beans124 kcal
Cooked kidney beans127 kcal
Canned chickpeas139 kcal
Cooked white beans139 kcal
Plain tofu144 kcal
Cooked chickpeas164 kcal

FAQs

How many calories are in a lunch serving of cooked red kidney beans?

A lunch serving of cooked red kidney beans (about 150 g) is about 191 kcal: 13.1 g protein, 23.1 g carbs, and 0.8 g fat.

How many calories are in 100 g of cooked red kidney beans?

100 g of cooked red kidney beans contains 127 kcal (531 kJ). For comparison, 100 g of dry red kidney beans contains 337 kcal.

How much protein is in cooked red kidney beans?

Cooked red kidney beans contain 8.7 g of protein per 100 g, and a lunch serving has about 13.1 g.

How many carbs are in cooked red kidney beans?

100 g of cooked red kidney beans contains 15.4 g of available carbs, including 0.3 g of sugars, plus 7.4 g of fiber.

Data source: USDA FoodData Central, SR28 database - “Beans, kidney, red, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt” (NDB 16033). Polish names and serving sizes: EatSee editorial team. Values are estimates and depend on variety, size, and preparation method. For packaged products, see the label for exact information. This page is for informational purposes and does not replace advice from a doctor or dietitian. Updated: 26 October 2026. How we compile our calorie chart.