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How much fiber is in pinto beans?
Pinto Beans have 7.7 g of fiber per 1/2 cup cooked (86 g). That is 28% of the daily value and a very high amount for a legume.
Soluble vs insoluble
The split is approximate and comes from USDA SR Legacy analyses where available. Soluble fiber dissolves into a gel and is the type most linked to cholesterol and blood sugar effects. Insoluble fiber adds bulk and keeps things moving.
About pinto beans and fiber
Pinto beans are the bean behind most refried beans and burrito fillings. Whole pintos deliver close to 8 grams per half cup; refried versions lose a little to the fat and water added during mashing.
How pinto beans compares to other legumes
Per typical serving. The highest legume in the database is navy beans at 9.6 g.
| Food | Serving | Fiber | Per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Split Peas | 1/2 cup cooked | 8.1 g | 8.3 g | 29% |
| Lentils | 1/2 cup cooked | 7.8 g | 7.9 g | 28% |
| Mung Beans | 1/2 cup cooked | 7.7 g | 7.6 g | 28% |
| Pinto Beans | 1/2 cup cooked | 7.7 g | 9 g | 28% |
| Black Beans | 1/2 cup cooked | 7.5 g | 8.7 g | 27% |
| Lima Beans | 1/2 cup cooked | 6.6 g | 7.8 g | 24% |
| Kidney Beans | 1/2 cup cooked | 6.5 g | 7.3 g | 23% |
Servings to reach a daily goal
servings of pinto beans to reach 25 g, the adequate intake for adult women
servings of pinto beans to reach 38 g, the adequate intake for adult men
Nobody should get all their fiber from one food. Gut bacteria respond to variety, and the fiber calculator shows a mixed day that reaches your number.
USDA entries for pinto beans
Grams of fiber per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central (snapshot 2026-10-11). Different preparations and varieties explain the spread.
| USDA description | Fiber / 100 g | Soluble | Insoluble |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refried beans, canned (pinto) | 3.9 g | – | – |
| Beans, Dry, Pinto (0% moisture) | 4.1 g | – | – |
| Beans, pinto, canned, sodium added, drained and rinsed | 7.1 g | – | – |
| Pinto beans, NFS | 8.4 g | – | – |
| Pinto beans with meat | 7.2 g | – | – |
| Pinto beans and brown rice | 5.4 g | – | – |
| Pinto beans and white rice | 5.2 g | – | – |
| Pinto beans, from dried, fat added | 8.4 g | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
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Values are per typical serving from USDA FoodData Central and standard references, rounded to one decimal. Actual fiber varies with variety, ripeness, and preparation. This is general nutrition information, not medical advice.