Kidney Beans (canned, drained)

TLDRLast updated 6 October 2026

Canned drained red kidney beans have a low FODMAP reference of 86 g. The 102 g reference is moderate and 205 g is high. These weights describe the prepared food, not its dry starting weight.

Serving sizes for kidney beans (canned, drained)

Canned drained red kidney beans: 86 g low, 102 g moderate and 205 g high. Reference portions are not exact transition cutoffs.

Low
5 tablespoonsabout 86 g
FructoseLow
LactoseLow
FructansLow
GOSLow
SorbitolLow
MannitolLow

Reference portions

Select an amount or rating to update your portion. These are reference portions, not exact cut-offs or recommended intakes.
Reference portions for Kidney Beans (canned, drained) and their FODMAP ratings
ServingAmountFODMAP rating
5 tablespoons
1/2 cup
1 cup

Is kidney beans (canned, drained) low FODMAP?

The reference portions for canned drained red kidney beans are 86 g low, 102 g moderate and 205 g high. Compare red kidney beans boiled and drained separately; a different variety or preparation does not automatically have the same portion. Draining can remove dissolved oligosaccharides. Legume preparation.

Kidney Beans (canned, drained) and IBS: what to know

For canned drained red kidney beans, keep the 86 g low reference separate from the 205 g high reference when recording what you ate. Note the preparation and your share of the dish so that a small topping is not confused with a whole bowl.

Gut-friendly ways to eat kidney beans (canned, drained)

Weigh canned drained red kidney beans after draining, without the surrounding liquid. For a bowl with white rice, measure the 86 g bean or lentil portion separately. Divide the total prepared weight when sharing a recipe.

Frequently asked questions

How much is low FODMAP for this preparation?

Canned drained red kidney beans have a 86 g low reference, approximately 5 tablespoons. The 102 g reference is moderate and 205 g is high.

Are these weights dry or prepared?

They are the weight of canned drained red kidney beans. The 86 g low reference is not a dry-ingredient allowance.

Can I substitute another bean or lentil portion?

Use the preparation-specific guide for red kidney beans boiled and drained. The 86 g amount here belongs to canned drained red kidney beans.

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Sources and editorial notes

Published and maintained by Gut Friendly. This guide has not been independently reviewed by a dietitian. Serving information comes from our food catalogue. Where references are listed, they explain the research and preparation differences. Check the original source for current portions.

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