Plant Source
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.

Raw Green Beans

Raw Green Beans (Raw) contains 2.0g of protein per 100g, with 0.3g fat, 7.4g carbohydrates, and 40 calories. This makes it a low protein source. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

USDA FoodData Central #2346400 · Data as of Oct 2022 · All values per 100g

Beans, snap, green, raw

Low FatLow Carb
Nutrition facts per 100g for Raw Green Beans (Source: USDA FoodData Central)
Nutrient Amount per 100g
Protein 2.0 g
Calories 40 kcal
Total fat 0.3 g
Carbohydrates 7.4 g
Fiber 3.011 g
Sodium 0 mg
Potassium 290.4 mg

How protein-efficient is Raw Green Beans?

Protein Energy
Moderate
20%
of calories from protein

Moderate. You're getting protein, but also plenty of carbs or fats.

Fat Ratio
7.2
grams protein per 1g fat

Lean. A healthy balance of protein and fat.

Calories for 30g
610
calories

Very expensive. eating 610 calories for protein is like eating a whole meal's worth of energy.

What is the fat, cholesterol and electrolyte profile?

Heart Health

Heart Friendly

"Very low in saturated fat."

Saturated Fat (Limit)0g / 20g*
Cholesterol (Limit)0mg / 300mg*

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Muscle & Electrolytes

Low Electrolytes
Sodium
0mg
Electrolyte
Potassium
290.4mg
Electrolyte
Magnesium
28.21mg
Recovery
Iron
0.6516mg
Energy
*Electrolytes support hydration and muscle contraction.
Cooking Effect

Cooking concentrates protein by removing ~17% water

Compare Raw vs Cooked
Raw
2.0g
Cooked
2.3g

Compare Raw Green Beans

See how Raw Green Beans stacks up against other protein sources

Source: USDA FoodData Central
Verified: 2022-10-28