Sugar-Free Legumes Guide
12 items classified under standard Sugar-Free guidelines.
Sugar-Free classifies foods based on added sugar content. Of the 12 legumes evaluated, 12 are classified as Allowed, 0 as Limited, and 0 as Not Allowed.
Good news for Sugar-Free followers: all legumes fit the diet. These foods are naturally free of added sugar. The nutrition details below help you compare within the category to find the best options for your specific needs.
Quick Reference
| Food | Status | Sugar (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Black-Eyed Peas | Allowed | — |
| Canned Beans | Allowed | — |
| Chickpeas | Allowed | — |
| Hummus | Allowed | — |
| Lentils | Allowed | — |
| Lima Beans | Allowed | — |
| Mung Beans | Allowed | — |
| Navy Beans | Allowed | — |
| Peanut Butter | Allowed | 9.2g |
| Pinto Beans | Allowed | — |
| Soybeans | Allowed | — |
| White Beans | Allowed | — |
Classification Breakdown
12 Allowed — These legumes are naturally free of added sugar.
Sugar names to watch: cane juice, fruit juice concentrate, brown rice syrup, agave, anything ending in "-ose."
Allowed Legumes (12)
Black-Eyed Peas
AllowedBlack-Eyed Peas is classified as Allowed on Sugar-Free. This classification reflects that it is naturally free of added sugar.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Canned Beans
AllowedCanned Beans is classified as Allowed on Sugar-Free. This classification reflects that it is naturally free of added sugar.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Chickpeas
AllowedChickpeas is classified as Allowed on Sugar-Free. This classification reflects that it is naturally free of added sugar.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Sugar | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | 378kcal | 20.5g | 6g | 63g | — | 12.2g |
| Cooked (boiled) | 164kcal | 8.9g | 2.6g | 27.4g | — | 7.6g |
| Canned | 139kcal | 7.1g | 2.5g | 22.6g | — | 5.4g |
Hummus
AllowedHummus is classified as Allowed on Sugar-Free. This classification reflects that it is naturally free of added sugar.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Lentils
AllowedLentils is classified as Allowed on Sugar-Free. This classification reflects that it is naturally free of added sugar.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Sugar | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | 352kcal | 24.6g | 1.1g | 63.4g | — | 10.7g |
| Cooked (boiled) | 114kcal | 9g | 0.4g | 19.5g | — | 7.9g |
Lima Beans
AllowedLima Beans is classified as Allowed on Sugar-Free. This classification reflects that it is naturally free of added sugar.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Mung Beans
AllowedMung Beans is classified as Allowed on Sugar-Free. This classification reflects that it is naturally free of added sugar.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Peanut Butter
AllowedPeanut Butter is classified as Allowed on Sugar-Free, with 9.2g sugar per 100g. The classification reflects that it is naturally free of added sugar. Nutritionally, it also delivers 25.1g protein and 50.4g fat per serving.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Sugar | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smooth | 598kcal | 22.2g | 51.4g | 22.3g | — | 5g |
| Smooth (no salt) | 598kcal | 22.2g | 51.4g | 22.3g | — | 5g |
Pinto Beans
AllowedPinto Beans is classified as Allowed on Sugar-Free. This classification reflects that it is naturally free of added sugar.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Sugar | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | 62kcal | 5.3g | 0.9g | 11.6g | — | — |
| Cooked (boiled) | 143kcal | 9g | 0.7g | 26.2g | — | 9g |
Soybeans
AllowedSoybeans is classified as Allowed on Sugar-Free. This classification reflects that it is naturally free of added sugar.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
White Beans
AllowedWhite Beans is classified as Allowed on Sugar-Free. This classification reflects that it is naturally free of added sugar.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central