Pinto Beans

Pinto beans are the most popular dried beans in the United States.

They’re a variety of the common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris), which is frequently used in Mexican cuisine.

Pinto beans are beige with reddish-brown specks when dried but become a solid light brown or pale pink when cooked. They have an earthy, almost nutty flavor and are simple to prepare. They’re regularly eaten whole or mashed.

Pinto beans are not only full of vitamins and minerals but may also offer several impressive health benefits.

Pinto beans contain many healthy antioxidants, including polyphenols and flavonoids.

Antioxidants protect your cells against damage from free radicals, which are unstable molecules that can contribute to disease over time

Pinto beans are particularly rich in kaempferol, a flavonoid associated with impressive health benefits. Many animal and test-tube studies link it to repressed cancer growth