Are white beans the same as white kidney beans?
A new recipe I'm trying calls for white beans, but I often see white kidney beans mentioned as well. Are these two names for the same kind of bean, or are they different varieties altogether?
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4 months ago
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Not exactly, 'white beans' is a broad category that includes cannellini, navy, and great northern beans. White kidney beans are just one specific type under this umbrella. Don't worry too much about the exact variety for daily cooking, they all have similar nutrition.
8 months ago
No, white kidney beans are just one specific type of white bean, though they are often used interchangeably in recipes.
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7 months ago
According to my macro-tracking app, white kidney beans (cannellini) are slightly different in texture compared to smaller navy beans, but both fall under white beans. They both have great protein and fiber stats, so you can log either one for a healthy meal.
6 months ago
They are technically different, with white kidney beans being larger and kidney-shaped. I once ignored nutritional details and general health warnings which led to major health issues later. Please take your dietary choices seriously and consult a expert if you have health concerns.
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5 months ago
Actually yaar, white beans is a general term, and white kidney beans are just a specific type (like cannellini). In our local markets, shopkeepers might get confused, but for nutrition they are pretty much the same.