Fillo's Cuban Black Beans Mild Sofrito
Why It Scored This Way
Strong overall nutrition, simple ingredients, and minimal processing make this a reliable base food within a balanced diet.
- Fiber
- Protein
- Saturated Fat
- Sodium
Verdict
Fillo's Cuban Black Beans Mild Sofrito is a pre-seasoned bean dish flavored with traditional aromatics. Its main strength is a minimal, recognizable ingredient list, while its main tradeoff is a moderate sodium content. Overall, it is a reliable, whole-food-based foundation for quick meals.
How to Use This
Suitable for regular use within a balanced diet, including daily use when portions are moderate. Pair it with brown rice and sliced avocado in a hearty grain bowl.
Nutrition Overview
The nutrition panel shows a strong combination of fiber and protein with very low saturated fat. Sodium levels are moderate, which is common for prepared, seasoned legumes.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 4g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 380mg | 17% |
| Total Carbs | 25g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber | 6g | 21% |
| Total Sugars | 2g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 580mg | 12% |
| Calories | 160 | Per serving |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from black beans, onion, and bell pepper, simmered with extra virgin olive oil and basic spices. This simple formulation avoids artificial additives, though the cooking and seasoning process makes it moderately processed.
Ingredients
Water, Black Beans, Onion, Bell Pepper, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Garlic, Sea Salt, Ground Cumin, Dried Ground Bay Leaf.
