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Black Eyed Peas

Black Eyed Peas

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About Black Eyed Peas:

Black Eyed Peas are also called cowpeas. They are a great source of magnesium, iron, folate and protein.

Healthy Black Eyed Pea Recipes:

Nutrition Information for Black Eyed Peas:

The following nutrition information is for one serving of black eyed peas. That would be about one half cup of black eyed peas, or 83.5 grams. This general information is for raw black eyed peas.

Macronutrients:

Water: 9.23 g

Calories: 286 g

Protein: 19.91 g

Carbohydrates: 49.80

Fiber: 8.9 g

Total Fat: 1.73 g

Saturated Fat: 0.453 g

Monounsaturated Fat: 0.144 g

Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.741 g

Cholesterol: 0 mg

Micronutrients:

Calcium: 71 mg

Iron: 8.31 mg

Magnesium: 278 mg

Phosphorus: 366 mg

Potassium: 1148 mg

Sodium: 48 mg

Zinc: 5.10 mg

Vitamin C: 1.3 mg

Thiamin: 0.568 mg

Riboflavin: 0.142 mg

Niacin: 2.334 mg

Pantothenic Acid: 1.262 mg

Vitamin B6: 0.301 mg

Vitamin B12: 0 mcg

Folate: 534 mcg

Vitamin A: 28 IU

Source of Information:

USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference

Notes:

Abbreviations:

  • g = gram
  • mg = milligram
  • mcg = microgram
  • IU = International Unit
Nutrient Recommendation Information:

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