Kidney Beans (Dark Red) vs. Soybeans (Mature Dry)
Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 10 key differences identified.
Kidney beans are large, kidney-shaped legumes rich in iron, folate, and resistant starch. Per 100g dry, they deliver 333 kcal, 60.0g carbohydrates (15.2g fiber), 23.6g protein, and 0.83g fat with a low glycemic index of 24.
Soybeans (Glycine max) are oilseed legumes containing complete plant protein. Per 100g dry, they provide 446 kcal, 36.5g complete protein, 19.9g healthy lipids, 30.2g carbohydrates (9.3g fiber), and a near-perfect PDCAAS score of 0.95–1.0.
Specification Comparison Table
10 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
|
Energy / Calories
|
333 kcal | 446 kcal |
|
Protein
|
23.6 g | 36.5 g |
|
Carbohydrates
|
60.0 g | 30.2 g |
|
Dietary Fiber
|
15.2 g | 9.3 g |
|
Net Carbohydrates
|
44.8 g | 20.9 g |
|
Total Fat
|
0.83 g | 19.9 g |
|
Iron (Non-Heme)
|
8.28 mg | 15.7 mg |
|
Potassium
|
1406 mg | 1797 mg |
|
PDCAAS Amino Score
|
0.74 | 0.98 (Complete Protein) |
|
Glycemic Index (GI)
|
24 (Ultra-Low) | 16 (Ultra-Low) |