At a glance
- 5.9 g protein and 96 calories per 1/2 cup (85 g).
- 6.1 g protein per 100 calories: #243 of 536 foods in our USDA list, #28 of 39 in legumes & soy.
- 2.8 g fiber and 193 mg sodium per serving.
What is black-eyed peas like to eat?
Black-eyed peas are small, cream-colored beans with a dark spot and an earthy flavor. They are a Southern staple, cooked with greens, served over rice or tossed into salads.
How can you eat more black-eyed peas?
Try this
Cook with collard greens and onionMake Hoppin' John with riceToss into a salad with peppers and vinaigretteAdd to a vegetable soupIs black-eyed peas good on a GLP-1?
They cook up soft, and a small bowl with rice and broth can be gentle to eat. Protein density matters more when your appetite is small: see protein on a GLP-1.
How does black-eyed peas compare?
| Food | Serving | Protein | Calories | Protein per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black-eyed peas | 1/2 cup | 5.9 g | 96 | 6.1 g |
| Pinto beans | 1/2 cup | 5.7 g | 97 | 5.9 g |
| Kidney beans | 1 cup | 15.4 g | 225 | 6.9 g |
| Lentils | 1 cup | 17.8 g | 230 | 7.8 g |
Close to black-eyed peas per calorie: miso (6.5 g), zucchini (6.3 g), black beans (6 g).
Compare more foods with the protein finder, or see protein in every food we cover.
What should you look for when you buy it?
Canned black-eyed peas are ready to use, so rinse them first; dried ones cook faster than most beans and do not need a long soak.
What's the full nutrition for black-eyed peas?
| Nutrient | Per 1/2 cup (85 g) | Per 100 g | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 96 | 113 | |
| Protein | 5.9 g | 6.9 g | 12% |
| Fat | 1.1 g | 1.3 g | |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0.1 g | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 16.3 g | 19.2 g | |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 3.3 g | 10% |
| Sugar | Not listed | Not listed | |
| Sodium | 193 mg | 227 mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 24 mg | 28 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 1.08 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0 mcg | 0% |
USDA FoodData Central, Foundation: "Blackeye pea, canned, sodium added, drained and rinsed". % Daily Value uses the FDA's values for adults (protein 50 g, fiber 28 g, sodium 2,300 mg). "Not listed" means USDA didn't measure it for this food, not that it's zero. Brands differ, so check your label.
