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Spilling The Beans On BeanVIVO

Hearty and substantial Three Bean Vegan Chili from BeanVivo.
Hearty and substantial Three Bean Vegan Chili from BeanVivo.

If you’re on a mission to incorporate more healthful beans into your diet, but dread taking the time to cook them from scratch, BeanVIVO comes to the rescue.

These organic, entirely plant-based cooked beans come ready to eat in shelf-stable, microwavable pouches.

That means you can keep them handy in your pantry, then pull them out at the spur of the moment for a quick side dish or entree at home. Or throw them into your backpack to enjoy when camping.

I had a chance to try samples of the four different flavors: Baja Black Beans, Coconut Curry Chickpeas, Three Bean Vegan Chili, and Refried Pinto Beans. They are all gluten-free, and contain 13 to 16 grams of protein and 120 to 150 calories per serving, depending upon the variety.

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