The large dark red Kidney bean is commonly used in soups and other baked dishes. They are sometimes called ‘chili beans’ for their inclusion in this popular thick soup. Native to Mexico, they require around 95 days from germination to harvest. Red Kidney beans are typically harvested at complete maturity as dry beans.
Kidney beans are a rich source of protein and dietary fiber and are rich in nutrients including iron, vitamin B6, and folic acid. Eating them regularly can help to control blood sugar levels as they are low on the glycemic index, and they can even reduce cholesterol when eaten in place of meat.
Varieties of Bean
Black, Black-eyed Pea, Black Turtle, Broad, Butter, Chickpea, Cowpea, Dark Red Kidney, Fava, Garbanzo, Great Northern White, Green, Kidney, Lima, Navy, Pinto, Red, Red Kidney, String, White
