kidney bean
noun
1
: an edible and nutritious usually kidney-shaped seed of any of various cultivated beans of the common species (Phaseolus vulgaris)
especially
: a large dark red kidney bean
2
: a plant bearing kidney beans
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Gemignani’s winning pie, a vegan creation, is topped with Selfish Cow vegan cheese, Impossible taco meat, black and red kidney beans, tomato, white onions, serrano peppers, bell peppers, vegan mayo, garlic, sriracha, lime and cilantro.
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Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 28 June 2024
For example, one cup of red kidney beans contains about 14g of protein—more than the 8g of protein in a cup of cow's milk.53
Beans are a flavorful addition to soups, salads, and burritos.
—Amanda MacMillan, Health, 9 June 2024
Whilst limited research shows that white kidney beans may have some benefits in this regard; however, the evidence is far from conclusive.
—Discover Magazine, 6 Jan. 2024
In addition to veggies like sweet peppers and tomatoes, this dish also has red kidney beans to give it some protein.
—Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Apr. 2024
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Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 28 June 2024
For example, one cup of red kidney beans contains about 14g of protein—more than the 8g of protein in a cup of cow's milk.53
Beans are a flavorful addition to soups, salads, and burritos.
—Amanda MacMillan, Health, 9 June 2024
Whilst limited research shows that white kidney beans may have some benefits in this regard; however, the evidence is far from conclusive.
—Discover Magazine, 6 Jan. 2024
In addition to veggies like sweet peppers and tomatoes, this dish also has red kidney beans to give it some protein.
—Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Apr. 2024
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“Kidney bean.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kidney%20bean. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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