Instant Pot Pinto Beans – FRESH. OUT. Instant Pot Pinto Beans – FRESH. OUT.

For storage, use a slotted spoon to add divide the beans into containers, then cover with liquid. NOTE: Canned beans yield approximately 1 1/2 cups of beans plus liquid. For similar measurements, add 1 1/2 cups beans to 2-cup containers, then top off with liquid. 

Store excess liquid separately or turn the Instant Pot to sauté and reduce liquid to desired consistency before dividing between bean containers.

Cool completely and refrigerate cooled beans in their liquid, in an airtight container up to five days. Freeze in liquid in an airtight container or zip top bag with air removed up to three months. Total time does not include pressurizing/venting time.

Nutrition Estimate Per Serving (1 CUP COOKED BEANS) – Calories: 230, Fat: 1.5g, Saturated Fat: .7g, Polyunsaturated Fat: .3g, Monounsaturated Fat: .6g, Cholesterol: 0mg, Sodium: 7.7mg, Potassium: 896mg, Carbohydrates: 40.3g total/30.3g net, Fiber: 10g, Sugar: 1.3, Protein: 13.7, Vitamin A: 0%, Vitamin C: 6.7%, Calcium: 5.7%, Iron: 18% (based on 2,000 calorie diet). *Does not include added salt.