Calories in cowboy beans
A typical serving of cowboy beans provides about 276 calories. Here are the full macros and nutrition facts.
Per serving · 1 cup (200 g)
Calories
276kcal
Protein
14.4g
Carbs
37g
Fat
9g
Per 100 g
| Calories | 138 kcal |
| Protein | 7.2 g |
| Carbs | 18.5 g |
| Fat | 4.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.6 g |
| Fiber | 6.8 g |
| Sugars | 1.1 g |
| Sodium | 580 mg |
Data based on Open Food Facts and public nutrition databases.
Pot-cooked bean soup seasoned with bacon, chorizo, serrano chili, and sometimes sausage.
Nutritional benefits
- Very high in dietary fiber
- Rich source of iron and folic acid
- Complemented vegetable protein
How to prepare it
- 1.Cook beans with onion and garlic first
- 2.Drain excess fat from the meats
- 3.Add chopped fresh cilantro at the end
Lighter alternatives
Pot-cooked beans
Much less sodium and no animal fats
Lentil soup
Similar consistency with a different amino acid profile
Black beans
More antioxidants due to their color
Healthy tip
Reduce the bacon amount and add more tomato and onion for great flavor with less fat.
Frequently asked questions
Are they heavy?
They can be due to the sausages; soaking the beans beforehand helps digestion.
Are they a main dish or side?
Both; they are common at BBQs or served as a main course.
Are they spicy?
They have a light heat from the whole serrano chili boiled with them.