Canned green beans

Canned green beans are tender pods of Phaseolus vulgaris that have been carefully harvested, cooked, and canned for preservation and practical use in the kitchen. Also known in various Latin American countries as green beans, string beans, or snap beans, canned green beans offer a quick and convenient option to incorporate this healthy vegetable into numerous recipes.

The origin of green beans dates back to Central America and Mexico, being a traditional crop that has been part of the diet since pre-Columbian times. Currently, they are consumed internationally in various forms, including fresh, frozen, and canned, with the latter being ideal for preserving their nutrients and facilitating their use throughout the year.

Regarding their properties, canned green beans provide a good amount of dietary fiber, B-complex vitamins, vitamin C, and minerals such as iron and potassium. Although the canning process may slightly reduce the content of some heat-sensitive nutrients, they retain a good part of their nutritional benefits, in addition to being low in calories and fat, making them perfect for healthy diets.

In the kitchen, canned green beans are versatile and practical, ideal for salads, stews, soups, stir-fries, and quick side dishes, especially when fresh green beans are not available. Their soft texture and delicate flavor allow them to be easily integrated into a wide variety of traditional and innovative recipes.