As with many beans and legumes, black beans contain starch, a form of complex carbohydrate. Starch acts as a “slow burn” energy store that is slowly digested by the body, preventing a spike in blood sugar levels.

Are black beans starchy or non starchy?

Starchy types include potatoes, corn and beans, while non-starchy types include broccoli, tomatoes and zucchini.

What beans are non starchy?

Bamboo shoots. Beans (green, wax, Italian – do not confuse this with legumes – white beans, navy beans, black beans, etc) Bean sprouts.