Calories in Black beans

100 g of Black beans has about 132 calories. At the reference weight of 172 g, that is about 227 calories. Enter the amount you actually eat to calculate your portion.

Calories per 100 g

132 kcal

calories per 100 g

Protein: 8.9 g
Fat: 0.5 g
Carbs: 23.7 g

These are reference values. Ingredients and preparation can change the result.

Macros in Black beans

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Portion size, grams

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227 kcal

Protein: 15.3 g
Fat: 0.9 g
Carbs: 40.8 g

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How to calculate calories in Black beans

Multiply the calories per 100 g by your portion weight, then divide by 100. For the reference 172 g portion, the calculation is:

132 × 172 ÷ 100 ≈ 227 kcal

Reference portion: cooked cup (172 g). This is an example amount, not a recommended portion. Weigh your food when possible: a cup, slice or piece can vary in size.

This entry describes a cooked portion. Use the weight after cooking; do not substitute the dry or raw weight.

Calories by portion size

Portion	Calories	Protein	Fat	Carbs
50 g	66 kcal	4.5 g	0.3 g	11.9 g
100 g	132 kcal	8.9 g	0.5 g	23.7 g
172 g	227 kcal	15.3 g	0.9 g	40.8 g
200 g	264 kcal	17.8 g	1 g	47.4 g

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Oil, sauces, sugar, toppings, cooking method and portion weight can change black beans calories quickly.

FAQ

How many calories are in a 172 g portion of Black beans?

Using this reference entry, 172 g has about 227 calories. The calculator scales the per-100 g value; it does not identify your recipe or brand.

Can I use the same number for any cup, slice or piece?

No. Household measures and individual pieces can have different weights. Use the gram weight of the edible portion, or the serving weight printed on your package.

Is black beans good for calorie tracking?

Yes, as long as you track portion size. The biggest source of error is usually weight, sauces, oil and mixed ingredients.

How Black beans compares

Of the 6 other foods in this table, 2 have fewer calories per 100 g than Black beans and 4 have more.

Calories, protein, fat and carbs per 100 g
Food	Calories	Protein	Fat	Carbs
Black beans (this page)	132 kcal	8.9 g	0.5 g	23.7 g
Kidney beans	127 kcal	8.7 g	0.5 g	22.8 g
EdamameFewest calories	121 kcal	11.9 g	5.2 g	8.9 g
Protein powderMost calories	375 kcal	80 g	5 g	7 g
Boiled Chicken breast	165 kcal	31 g	3.6 g	0 g
Boiled Beef	250 kcal	26 g	15 g	0 g
Boiled Turkey	170 kcal	29 g	5 g	0 g

Data sources

Reference values are compiled from USDA FoodData Central, Open Food Facts and curated food databases. Your actual portion may differ by recipe, brand and cooking method.

Nutrition data methodology

Nutrition values are estimates for calorie tracking and may vary by recipe, brand, cooking method and portion size. Not medical advice.

Last updated: October 3, 2026