Michigan Black Beans

Alternate Names: Turtle Beans

Appearance

Black beans are medium to small, oval shaped beans with a shiny black coat or skin, a small white eye or spot (called a “keel,”) and a creamy white interior.

Flavor

mushroom-like flavor; earthy; meaty

Common Uses

Soups, Caribbean and Latin American dishes

Texture

mooth and creamy, with a slightly firm yet tender consistency when cooked

Nutritional Information

CALORIES: 114, PROTEIN (G): 8, FAT (G): 0.5, TOTAL CARB. (G): 20, DIETARY FIBER (G): 8, SODIUM (MG): 1, POTASSIUM (MG): 305

Data is based on ½ cup servings of beans cooked from the dry form and drained of cooking liquid.
Canned beans will contain more sodium. Source: The Bean Institute