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How many calories in
butter beans?

Butter Beans comes in around 115 calories per 100g. Strong plant-protein source at 7.8g per 100g. A cup-cooked portion typically lands 196–219 calories depending on density.

115
kcal · 100g
7.8g
Protein
21g
Carbs
0.4g
Fat
Appears inLow-Fat Foods
Servings

Common serving sizes.

Calories scale with portion. Here's how a typical butter beans serving translates in your tracker:

Serving
Calories
Protein
3 oz (85g)
98 kcal
6.6g
4 oz (113g)
130 kcal
8.8g
1 cup (~150g)
173 kcal
11.7g
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FAQ

Quick answers.

How many calories in butter beans?

Butter Beans has approximately 115 calories per 100g. A typical serving — 3 oz (85g) — comes in at 98 calories.

How much protein is in butter beans?

7.8g of protein per 100g. That puts butter beans at roughly 6.8g of protein per 100 calories — a useful lens when comparing to other legumes sources.

How do I log butter beans accurately?

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Is butter beans good for weight loss?

It depends on your overall calorie target. Butter Beans sits in a moderate calorie range. It can fit any goal — weight loss, maintenance, or muscle gain — when portioned to your daily target.