Black-Eyed Peas (Cowpeas)
Beans, Lentils & Pulses · 10 specs
Direct Answer
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).
Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 173740) · Last reviewed Aug 28, 2026
Specs
| Energy / Calories | 336 kcal |
| Protein | 23.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 60.0 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g |
| Net Carbohydrates | 49.4 g |
| Total Fat | 1.26 g |
| Iron (Non-Heme) | 8.27 mg |
| Potassium | 1112 mg |
| PDCAAS Amino Score | 0.73 |
| Glycemic Index (GI) | 38 (Low) |
Folate Concentration & Hoppin' John
Black-eyed peas contain over 100% of the daily recommended intake of folate (vitamin B9) per 100g dry, serving as a Southern US and West African cultural staple.
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