Ingredient swap
Black Beans vs Edamame
Black Beans has 21.6 g protein and 341 calories per 100 g; edamame has 11.9 g and 121. They behave similarly in recipes.
How to swap
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of black beans (194 g) ≈ 1¼ cup of edamame.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Black Beans | Edamame |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 341 | 121 better |
| Protein | 21.6 gbetter | 11.9 g |
| Carbs | 62.4 g | 8.9 gbetter |
| Fat | 1.4 g | 5.2 g |
| Fiber | 15.5 gbetter | 5.2 g |
| Sugar | 2.1 g | 2.2 g |
| Sodium | 5 mgbetter | 6 mg |
| 1 cup weighs | 194 g | 155 g |
"Better" means more protein or fiber, or fewer calories, carbs, sugar or salt. Fat is not scored.
Macros per 100 g
Common questions
Can I use edamame instead of black beans?
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of black beans (194 g) ≈ 1¼ cup of edamame.
Which has more protein?
Black Beans, with 21.6 g per 100 g versus 11.9 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Edamame, with 121 calories per 100 g.