Legume

cooked white beans (alubias)

Large cooked white beans, the traditional base of Asturian fabada. A starchy legume high in plant protein and soluble fiber, with a creamy texture when fully cooked.

Who it fits

GLP-1PCOSDiabetesAnti-inflammatoryVeganVegetarianGluten-freeLactose-free

General guidance based on composition — not a clinical label and not a substitute for professional care.

What it does in cooking

The sensory role of the ingredient — what it brings in flavor and texture, and what it pairs with.

Flavor

Sweetness1
Umami3
Richness1

Texture

Creaminess7
Chewiness3

Pairs with

chouriçomorcelapimentãolouroazeitegarliccebola

Glycemic index

38Low

published range: 2959

low ≤55medium 56–69high ≥70

Value from an equivalent food (same species), not a direct measurement of this one.

source: Tabelas Internacionais de IG (Diabetes Care, 2008)

A reference value (glucose = 100), not a personal prediction: the real response depends on the whole meal, the preparation and you. Not a substitute for professional care.

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