white kidney beans, cannellini beans are the largest type of white bean, which makes them meatier than other white beans like Great Northern beans or navy beans. However, they have a similar mild and nutty flavor. They also hold up well in soups and stews and can be tossed in salads. You may have eaten them in minestrone Nutritional profile: Per cup (cooked, salted) 100 kcal, 7 g of protein, 0.5 g fat, 20 g carbohydrates, 6 g fiber, 0 g sugar, 59.8 mg of calcium, 270 mg potassium, 260 mg sodium.