Refried Black Beans (canned)

TLDRLast updated 3 October 2026

Canned refried black beans are low FODMAP at 34 g. GOS are moderate at 40 g; at the listed 160 g cup, both GOS and fructans are high.

Serving sizes for refried black beans (canned)

The low reference is 34 g of canned refried black beans, not the larger 160 g cup.

Avoid
1 cupabout 160 g

Tested serving sizes

Tested serving sizes for Refried Black Beans (canned) and their Gut Friendly rating
ServingAmountMain FODMAPRating
1 cup160 gGOS 0.47 gAvoid
34 g portion34 gGOS 0.1 gLow
40 g portion40 gGOS 0.12 gModerate

Breakdown for 1 cup

0gFructose
0gLactose
0.3gFructans
0.5gGOS
0gSorbitol
0gMannitol
1 cupabout 160 g

Is refried black beans (canned) low FODMAP?

All six groups are low at the small reference, described as two tablespoons. The middle portion changes because of GOS, while fructans also become high at the much larger cup reference. This is the canned refried preparation, rather than whole canned black beans or a homemade mash with an unknown recipe.

Refried Black Beans (canned) and IBS: what to know

For an IBS food diary, note the canned product and the portion spread into a wrap or served on the side. Refried beans used as a thin layer can be easy to miss when recording a filled tortilla. Include added sauces, cheese and vegetables as separate ingredients. A green portion does not establish that every finished bean dish will suit you.

Gut-friendly ways to eat refried black beans (canned)

Weigh a small portion before spreading it into a taco or adding it to a rice bowl. For a shared dip, measure the total refried beans and divide the mixed dish into known servings. Check the can's ingredient list when changing products. If substituting canned refried pinto beans, use that guide's own weights instead of assuming the same spoonful produces the same rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much canned refried black bean is low FODMAP?

The recorded green amount is 34 g. The next listed weight, 40 g, is moderate in GOS.

Why is the full cup high FODMAP?

At 160 g, both GOS and fructans are high, unlike the smaller low reference.

Can I drain refried beans like whole canned beans?

This is a prepared refried mixture, not a whole-bean-and-liquid entry. Use the portion guidance for the actual preparation you eat.

Are refried pinto and black beans interchangeable here?

They have separate portion references. Check the pinto guide if changing bean type rather than carrying over the black-bean weight.

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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.

Gut Friendly provides general information, not medical advice.