Peas
Categories
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 124 kcal |
| Protein | 7.2 g |
| Fat | 0.7 g |
| Carbs | 23.9 g |
Peas are the small, round seeds of the Pisum sativum plant, commonly eaten cooked as a side dish, stirred into soups and stews, or used raw in salads. Per 100 g, raw peas provide 124 kcal, 7.2 g of protein, 0.7 g of fat, 23.9 g of carbohydrates and 5.1 g of dietary fibre, with relatively modest sugars at 3 g. They are a notable source of potassium (381 mg per 100 g), phosphorus (127 mg), and magnesium (56 mg), alongside meaningful amounts of folate (144 mcg per 100 g) and vitamin K (24 mcg). No glycemic index value is available for raw peas. They are suitable for vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, dairy-free and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
How many calories in peas?
Raw peas contain 124 kcal per 100 g. A typical cooked serving of around 80 g would provide roughly 99 kcal, along with 5.8 g of protein and 4.1 g of fibre.
How much folate is in peas?
Peas contain 144 mcg of folate per 100 g, making them one of the more folate-rich vegetables commonly available. That figure represents a substantial portion of the typical adult daily reference intake of 400 mcg.
Are peas suitable for a vegan diet?
Yes, peas are fully plant-based and appear on the vegan, vegetarian and Mediterranean diet compatibility lists. With 7.2 g of protein per 100 g, they also serve as a useful protein contributor in plant-based meals.
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Glycemic Index
approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 124 kcal |
| Protein | 7.2 g |
| Fat | 0.68 g |
| Carbs | 23.9 g |
| Sugars | 3.0 g |
| Fiber | 5.1 g |
| Starch | 1.5 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.12 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.061 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.33 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.050 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.13 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 36.0 mg |
| Iron | 1.6 mg |
| Magnesium | 56.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 127 mg |
| Potassium | 381 mg |
| Sodium | 20.0 mg |
| Zinc | 1.0 mg |
| Copper | 0.13 mg |
| Manganese | 0.44 mg |
| Selenium | 0.60 mcg |
| Iodine | 3.0 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 3.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 10.4 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0.39 mg |
| Vitamin K | 24.0 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.23 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.15 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.2 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 1.0 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.068 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 144 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
| Choline | 45.8 mg |
