Cowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, raw vs Chickpea flour (besan)

Nutrition comparison per 100 g.

Cowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, raw 90 kcal Chickpea flour (besan) 387 kcal
Calories
90 kcal 387 kcal
Protein
3.0 g 22.4 g
Carbs
18.8 g 57.8 g
Fiber
5.0 g 10.8 g
Sugars
3.0 g 10.9 g
Fat
0.4 g 6.7 g
Sodium
4 mg 64 mg

Key takeaways

  • Cowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, raw has 77% fewer calories (90 kcal vs 387 kcal).
  • Chickpea flour (besan) has more protein (22.4 g vs 3.0 g).
  • Cowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, raw has more carbs (18.8 g vs 57.8 g).
  • Chickpea flour (besan) has more fiber (10.8 g vs 5.0 g).
  • Cowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, raw has more sugars (3.0 g vs 10.9 g).
MacronutrientsCowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, rawChickpea flour (besan)
Calories 90 kcal 387 kcal
Protein 3.0 g 22.4 g
Total Fat 0.4 g 6.7 g
Total Carbohydrate 18.8 g 57.8 g
Dietary Fiber 5.0 g 10.8 g
Total Sugars 3.0 g 10.9 g
Water 77.2 g 10.3 g
CarbohydratesCowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, rawChickpea flour (besan)
Total Carbohydrate 18.8 g 57.8 g
Dietary Fiber 5.0 g 10.8 g
Total Sugars 3.0 g 10.9 g
Fats & Fatty AcidsCowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, rawChickpea flour (besan)
Total Fat 0.4 g 6.7 g
Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0.7 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.0 g 1.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2 g 3.0 g
Trans Fat 0.0 g 0.0 g
Omega-3 Fatty Acids 63.0 mg 112.0 mg
Omega-6 Fatty Acids 87.0 mg 2,871.0 mg
Protein & Amino AcidsCowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, rawChickpea flour (besan)
Protein 3.0 g 22.4 g
Histidine 95.0 mg ~
Isoleucine 158.0 mg ~
Leucine 211.0 mg ~
Lysine 194.0 mg ~
Methionine 42.0 mg ~
Phenylalanine 162.0 mg ~
Threonine 110.0 mg ~
Tryptophan 34.0 mg ~
Valine 171.0 mg ~
Arginine 207.0 mg ~
Cystine 44.0 mg ~
Tyrosine 121.0 mg ~
VitaminsCowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, rawChickpea flour (besan)
Vitamin A (RAE) 41.0 mcg 2.0 mcg
Vitamin C 2.5 mg 0.0 mg
Vitamin D 0.0 mcg 0.0 mcg
Vitamin E ~ 0.8 mg
Vitamin K ~ 9.1 mcg
Thiamin (B1) 0.1 mg 0.5 mg
Riboflavin (B2) 0.1 mg 0.1 mg
Niacin (B3) 1.5 mg 1.8 mg
Vitamin B6 0.1 mg 0.5 mg
Folate (B9) 168.0 mcg 437.0 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.0 mcg 0.0 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (B5) 0.2 mg 0.6 mg
MineralsCowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, rawChickpea flour (besan)
Calcium 126.0 mg 45.0 mg
Iron 1.1 mg 4.9 mg
Magnesium 51.0 mg 166.0 mg
Phosphorus 53.0 mg 318.0 mg
Potassium 431.0 mg 846.0 mg
Sodium 4.0 mg 64.0 mg
Zinc 1.0 mg 2.8 mg
Copper 0.1 mg 0.9 mg
Manganese 0.6 mg 1.6 mg
Selenium 2.3 mcg 8.3 mcg
SterolsCowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, rawChickpea flour (besan)
Cholesterol 0.0 mg 0.0 mg
Phytosterols ~ 39.0 mg
OtherCowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, rawChickpea flour (besan)
Alcohol ~ 0.0 g
Caffeine ~ 0.0 mg
Theobromine ~ 0.0 mg
Ash 0.7 g 2.8 g

Frequently asked questions

Which has fewer calories, Cowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, raw or Chickpea flour (besan)?

Cowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, raw has fewer calories: 90 kcal for Cowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, raw vs 387 kcal for Chickpea flour (besan) per 100 g.

Which has more protein, Cowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, raw or Chickpea flour (besan)?

Chickpea flour (besan) has more protein: 3.0 g for Cowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, raw vs 22.4 g for Chickpea flour (besan) per 100 g.

Which has more fiber, Cowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, raw or Chickpea flour (besan)?

Chickpea flour (besan) has more fiber: 5.0 g for Cowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, raw vs 10.8 g for Chickpea flour (besan) per 100 g.

Is Cowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, raw or Chickpea flour (besan) healthier?

Cowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, raw is lower in calories, and Chickpea flour (besan) is higher in protein. The healthier choice depends on your goals — compare the full breakdown above to decide.