Side-by-Side Comparison
Beans, Lentils & Pulses
Black-Eyed Peas (Cowpeas) vs. Brown / Green Lentils (Whole)
Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 10 key differences identified.
Comparing:
Black-Eyed Peas (Cowpeas)
Brown / Green Lentils (Whole)
Black-eyed peas (Vigna unguiculata) are pale legumes with a distinctive black spot. Per 100g dry, they provide 336 kcal, 60.0g carbohydrates (10.6g fiber), 23.5g protein, and 1.26g fat with rich folate density (446µg / 112% DV).
Whole brown and green lentils retain their protective seed coat. Per 100g dry, they deliver 353 kcal, 60.1g carbohydrates (30.5g total fiber / dietary prebiotic), 24.6g protein, and 1.06g fat with a low glycemic index of 29.
Specification Comparison Table
10 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
|
Energy / Calories
|
336 kcal | 353 kcal |
|
Protein
|
23.5 g | 24.6 g |
|
Carbohydrates
|
60.0 g | 60.1 g |
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Dietary Fiber
|
10.6 g | 30.5 g |
|
Net Carbohydrates
|
49.4 g | 29.6 g |
|
Total Fat
|
1.26 g | 1.06 g |
|
Iron (Non-Heme)
|
8.27 mg | 6.51 mg |
|
Potassium
|
1112 mg | 677 mg |
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PDCAAS Amino Score
|
0.73 | 0.72 |
|
Glycemic Index (GI)
|
38 (Low) | 29 (Low) |
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