Black Beans | 101 Foods

Black beans are another plant-based protein source if you do not have an animal-based protein option for your meal or if you are adhering to a vegan or vegetarian diet. If choosing canned versions, choose no-salt-added versions as well as BPA-free options. Beans are also a great, healthy, complex carbohydrate. These are carbohydrates that are digested slowly and allow a steady stream of energy! They are also full of fiber for digestive health. Make sure cook beans until very soft and flatten whole beans before serving to reduce the risk of choking.