Light Red Kidney Beans
Light Red Kidney Beans — large kidney shape with lighter pinkish-red coat. Preferred in Caribbean cuisine. Excellent for canning, rice and peas dishes, soups and salads across the Caribbean and global markets.
Product Specifications
| Origin | Canada, USA, China |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Max 18% |
| Protein | ~15g per cooked cup |
| Grade | U.S. No. 1 / Food Grade |
Trade Information
How We Supply
About Light Red Kidney Beans
Light Red Kidney Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) are virtually identical to Dark Red Kidney Beans in size, shape and nutritional profile — distinguished by their lighter pinkish-red seed coat. They are the preferred kidney bean variety across Caribbean nations.
Key Applications
- Caribbean ‘rice and peas’ (Jamaica, Trinidad, Barbados)
- Canned kidney beans for retail and HoReCa
- Chilli, soups and stews
- Three-bean salads and mixed pulse products
- Food manufacturing and plant-based protein applications
Nutritional Highlights
Approximately 15g protein per cooked cup, high in dietary fibre, iron, potassium, folate and magnesium. One of the highest-protein dry bean varieties commercially traded.
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