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National Eat Beans Day

Celebrate National Eat Beans Day with delicious dishes featuring your favorite beans! Get creative in the kitchen and explore new flavors.

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July 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEJuly 3

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYSide Dishes

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Get excited to celebrate National Eat Beans Day on July 3rd! This day has been around since the 1950s, when it was created to recognize the fact that beans are one of nature's most nutritious and delicious foods. Not only do they pack a powerful nutritional punch with their high fiber and protein content, but they also come in a variety of flavors and textures so there is something for everyone. So get ready to dig into some tasty dishes made with beans - your body will thank you!

TIMELINE

National Eat Beans Day Timeline

National Eat Beans Day Establishment

The National Eat Beans Day was first established in the 1950s to recognize the nutritional value and variety of beans.

Health Movement

The health food movement of the 1970s increased the popularity of beans as a nutritious and affordable staple food.

Dietary Guidelines Promotion

Beans were promoted in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans in the 1990s, further increasing their popularity for their fiber and protein content.

Beans in School Meals

Beans were recognised as both a vegetable and a protein food by The School Meals Initiative for Healthy Children, highlighting them for their nutritional versatility.

Plant-Based Diet Trend

The rise of the plant-based diet trend in the 2010s resulted in increased consumption and appreciation for beans as a primary protein source.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Eat Beans Day

Make a bean-based dish

Chili, baked beans, black beans and rice, refried beans - the possibilities are endless when it comes to bean-based dishes. Whip up your favorite and enjoy!

TRY

Try a new recipe

Search online for an interesting new recipe featuring beans. There are plenty of recipes out there that include a variety of different beans and you're sure to find something delicious.

VISIT

Visit a farmer's market

Visit your local farmer's market to get some fresh ingredients to make your own bean dish. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the market while you shop for your ingredients.

HOST

Host a potluck

Gather your friends and family together for a potluck featuring all sorts of bean dishes. Ask everyone to bring their favorite bean dish and have fun trying them all.

ORGANIZE

Organize a bean eating contest

Gather your friends and family together for a silly but fun bean eating contest. See who can eat the most beans in one minute or one hour - the winner gets bragging rights!

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Eat Beans Day

Beans are budget friendly

Dried beans are one of the most cost effective items at the grocery store. Just one pound of beans yields over 4 cups of cooked beans - enough for 8 side dish servings! Beans also have a long shelf life when stored properly so they can be part of your meal rotation all year round!

Beans are nutritious

Beans are an excellent source of plant-based protein, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals. They provide a wide range of health benefits, such as lowering cholesterol levels, aiding digestion, and helping to maintain a healthy weight.

Beans are easy to prepare

Another great thing about beans is how easy they are to cook. Whether you opt for canned beans or choose to soak and simmer dry beans on the stovetop, you can whip up a delicious meal in no time! All it takes is a few simple ingredients and you're good to go!

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