• RETAIL BEANS

Dry edible beans and other pulses including peas, lentils, and chickpeas are among the most nutritious, economical, and versatile foods available. As consumers worldwide have become more nutritionally aware, edible beans continue to grow in popularity and remain a pillar of the world’s dietary consumption.  

Trinidad Benham knows beans. We are the leading independent U.S. packager of dry edible beans with processing and packaging facilities across the country. Beans have been at the core of our business for over a century. With our vertical integration and reliable supply chain, you know you’re getting the best, most competitive beans for your private brand every time, on-time.

BEAN VARIETIES

PINTO BEANS

Most highly consumed bean in North America. Most commonly used to make refried beans, great in chilies and southwestern dishes.

BLACK BEANS

Earthy flavored beans popular in Mexico, Central & South America, and Southwestern US, also called black turtle beans or frijole negros. Popluar in salads, soups, and burritos.

LENTILS

Increasingly popular, high-protein legumes often used as an alternative to meat. Convenient 20-25 min. cook time, great addition to soup, salad, and pasta.

GREAT NORTHERN BEANS

White beans with slightly nutty taste, popular in America, Canada, Asia and the Mediterranean. Readily absorb flavors, great for baked beans, soups, and salads.

GREEN SPLIT PEAS

Hearty, high in protein & fiber, and low in fat. Ancient legumes used in split pea and ham soup, Indian stew, or as a side dish.

LIGHT RED KIDNEY BEANS

Similar to Dark Reds, with a less meaty flavor and thinner skin. Used in red beans and rice, stews, salads and soups.

SMALL RED BEANS

Quick cooking, with a delicate flavor and soft texture. Popular in the Caribbean, where they are usually eaten with rice. Great in a variety of dishes including chile, baked beans, and salads.

BLACK-EYED PEAS

Distinct savory flavor with a light crunchy texture. Widely used in southern US cooking. Delicious addition to any chicken or pork dish. Popularly eaten in Hoppin' John dish on New Year's Eve for prosperity and good luck.

GARBANZO BEANS

Nut-like and chewy texture. Also called chickpeas. Popular worldwide. Used in hummus, salads, and falafel (a deep-fried ball or patty made from ground garbanzos).

NAVY BEANS

Mild flavor, dense and smooth. Also called Boston or pea beans. Primarily found in pork and beans, but can also be used in soups and salads.

LARGE LIMA BEANS

Buttery and full flavored. Often used in casseroles to compliment bacon, corn, and onion flavors. Also known as butter beans due to their buttery taste.

BABY LIMA BEANS

Plump-bodied, sweet in flavor. Used throughout the world in a variety of dishes. Popular in Japanese desserts. A main ingredient in succotash. Used in soups, salads, and spreads.

SOUP MIXES

Unique bean blends with a variety of health benefits, flavors, and textures. Seasoned and cooked any number of ways, and popular for soups, stews, and chilies.

MAYOCOBA BEANS

Thin-skinned, creamy, and meaty in texture. Also called Peruanos. Absorbs flavors easily, making them popular in dishes like soups, chilies, and salads.

SMALL WHITE BEANS

Small with sweet mild flavor,. Especially popular in America and the UK. Often used with pork dishes, white bean soup, white bean & tuna sandwiches, and pastas.

CRANBERRY BEANS

Mild taste, versatile ingredient. Also called Roman or October beans. Used especially in Italian cuisine, in minestrone soup, pasta, or as a side dish.

RED LENTILS

Slightly sweeter and cook a tad faster than regular lentils. Cultivated for millennia in the Near East. Best in soups and stews or in a variety of dal recipes.

YELLOW SPLIT PEAS

Mild, earthy flavor with a creamy texture. Domesticated over 8,000 years ago in the Near East. Used in soups, stews, casseroles, Indian dal, dips, and spreads.

PINK BEANS

Creamy texture. Also known as Habichuela Rosada. Beloved in Puerto Rican cuisine. Used in barbeque beans and refried beans A substitute for pinto and cranberry beans in chilies.

WHOLE GREEN PEAS

Great in soups, salads, pasta, and casseroles.

DARK RED KIDNEY BEANS

Extremely popular and versatile. Hearty and meaty, with full-bodied flavor. Used in the Indian dish rajma and in American classics like chili, stews, salads, and soups.

WHITE KIDNEY BEANS

A stalwart widely used in Italian cuisine around the world, in soups, stews, and pasta.

YELLOW EYE BEANS

Creamy texture and mildly sweet flavor. Related to the kidney bean. Popular in Maine-style baked beans and dishes calling for navy beans.

BEAN HEALTH FACTS & CONSUMER USAGE

  • Superfood packed with a powerful combination of protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals
  • One of the world’s most popular of foods.  A year-round source of nutrients.
  • Low in sodium & fat, no trans or saturated fat, cholesterol-free
  • One serving of beans = 20% of your daily fiber needs
  • Non-GMO, naturally, gluten-free.
  • 1c cooked beans: 14g protein, equal to two vegetable servings or one meat serving
  • May help people stay healthy and reduce the risk of heart disease and certain cancers.
  • Growing demand due to consumer wellness benefits and interest in world cuisines

http://beaninstitute.com/bean-nutrition-overview/

FEATURED PRODUCT

LENTILS

Lentil sales continue to grow, which is no surprise since the popular variety is currently experiencing renewed attention and popularity. Consumers love lentils because not only are they packed with nutritional content, but they’re also affordable, versatile, and easy to prepare. High in protein and fiber and low in fat, lentils are a great substitute for meat and can stand in for black beans in side dishes and vegan burgers.

PACKAGING OPTIONS

We offer the variety of size and packaging options you need to make your bean sales successful. Our company-owned polyethylene printing facility uses high-quality color and printing techniques to elevate your brand identity.

Available in: 1#, 2#, 4#, 10#, 20#, 25# & 50# sizes

Stand Up Zipper Pouch

Poly Form & Fill

GROWING REGIONS

Percent of Total US Bean, Pea & Lentil Acreage by Region

Beans are grown all over the U.S. In addition to selling seeds to local growers, we market their crops to our retail and foodservice customers.

Numbers are based on a 3 year average (2018-2020)

Source: Farm Service Agency Crop & USDA Acreage Reports

RETAIL BRANDS

If you don’t have an established private brand program, we offer our own successful brands of beans. You can rely on Trinidad’s brand equity, commitment to quality, and proven category expertise when you select one of our existing brands.

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