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Black-eyed peas

1 cup cooked black-eyed peas (165 g) per serving.

13.3g
protein per serving
Calories
200
per serving
Protein density
6.7
g per 100 cal
Calorie cost
15
cal per 1g protein
To hit 30g protein
2.3 cups
372g · 451 cal

Macro breakdown

Protein13.3g(26%)
Carbs35.5g(70%)
Fat1g(4%)
Fiber11.1g

Tips to maximize nutrition

1.Rinse canned Black-eyed peas to reduce sodium content by up to 40%
2.Soak dried varieties overnight to reduce cooking time and improve digestibility
3.Combine with rice or grains for a complete protein source
4.Mash or blend into dips and spreads for versatile meal options
5.Store cooked portions in the freezer for quick meal additions

Pairs well with

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Brown rice
4.5g
218 cal
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Quinoa
8.1g
222 cal
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Avocado
1.3g
114 cal

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1 cup cooked black beans (185 g)
15.2g
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1 cup cooked chickpeas (164 g)
14.6g
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Edamame
1 cup in pods
18.5g

Frequently Asked Questions

Black-eyed peas contains 13.3g of protein per serving. This makes it an excellent high-protein choice with a protein density score of 6.7 (grams of protein per 100 calories).

You need approximately 2.3 servings of Black-eyed peas to reach 30g of protein, which would provide about 451 calories. Consider combining with other protein sources for a more practical portion size.

Black-eyed peas provides 13.3g of protein for 200 calories, giving it a calorie cost of 15.0 calories per gram of protein. This moderate ratio makes it a reasonable choice when balanced with other lean proteins.

Black-eyed peas contains 11.1g of fiber per serving. This makes it a high-fiber food that contributes meaningfully toward the recommended 30g daily fiber intake.

Black-eyed peas contains most essential amino acids but is typically low in methionine. Pairing with grains like rice, quinoa, or whole wheat creates a complete protein. You don't need to eat them in the same meal-throughout the day works fine.

Nutrition data sourced from USDA FoodData Central.

Last verified: 2025-02-16