Black-eyed Pea · Vigna unguiculata ssp. unguiculata

Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, canned, plain

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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77 kcal Calories

4.7 g Protein

13.6 g Carbs

0.6 g Fat

Good nutrient density 28/100

How many beneficial nutrients Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, canned, plain delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.

Caloric ratio

Where the calories in Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, canned, plain come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

77 kcal / serving

70% from carbs

Carbs 70%

13.6 g per serving
Fat 6%

0.6 g per serving
Protein 24%

4.7 g per serving

What Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, canned, plain is a good source of

Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value.

Folate (B9)13% Copper13% Dietary Fiber12% Manganese12%

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Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.

Carbohydrates	Amount	% DV
Total Carbohydrate	13.6 g	5%
Dietary Fiber	3.3 g	12%

Fats & Fatty Acids	Amount	% DV
Total Fat	0.6 g	1%
Saturated Fat	0.1 g	1%
Monounsaturated Fat	0.0 g	—
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.2 g	—
Trans Fat	0.0 g	—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	87.0 mg	—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids	150.0 mg	—
Lauric Acid	0.0 mg	—
Myristic Acid	1.0 mg	—
Palmitic Acid	111.0 mg	—
Stearic Acid	23.0 mg	—
Palmitoleic Acid	2.0 mg	—
Oleic Acid	38.0 mg	—
Gadoleic Acid	1.0 mg	—
Erucic Acid	5.0 mg	—
Linoleic Acid	150.0 mg	—

Protein & Amino Acids	Amount	% DV
Protein	4.7 g	9%
Histidine	147.0 mg	—
Isoleucine	193.0 mg	—
Leucine	363.0 mg	—
Lysine	321.0 mg	—
Methionine	67.0 mg	—
Phenylalanine	277.0 mg	—
Threonine	180.0 mg	—
Tryptophan	58.0 mg	—
Valine	226.0 mg	—
Alanine	216.0 mg	—
Arginine	328.0 mg	—
Aspartic Acid	572.0 mg	—
Cystine	52.0 mg	—
Glutamic Acid	897.0 mg	—
Glycine	196.0 mg	—
Proline	213.0 mg	—
Serine	237.0 mg	—
Tyrosine	153.0 mg	—

Vitamins	Amount	% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)	1.0 mcg	0%
Vitamin C	2.7 mg	3%
Vitamin D	0.0 mcg	0%
Vitamin E	~	—
Vitamin K	~	—
Thiamin (B1)	0.1 mg	6%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.1 mg	6%
Niacin (B3)	0.4 mg	2%
Vitamin B6	0.0 mg	3%
Folate (B9)	51.0 mcg	13%
Vitamin B12	0.0 mcg	0%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)	0.2 mg	4%

Minerals	Amount	% DV
Calcium	20.0 mg	2%
Iron	1.0 mg	5%
Magnesium	28.0 mg	7%
Phosphorus	70.0 mg	6%
Potassium	172.0 mg	4%
Sodium	299.0 mg	13%
Zinc	0.7 mg	6%
Copper	0.1 mg	13%
Manganese	0.3 mg	12%
Selenium	2.3 mcg	4%

Sterols	Amount	% DV
Cholesterol	0.0 mg	0%
Phytosterols	~	—

Other	Amount	% DV
Alcohol	~	—
Caffeine	~	—
Theobromine	~	—
Ash	1.5 g	—

About Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, canned, plain

The black-eyed pea, also called the black-eyed bean or cowpea, is a small, cream-colored legume marked by the distinctive black spot that gives it its name. A subspecies of the cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) grown around the world, it thrives in warm climates and has been a dietary staple across Africa, the American South, and South Asia for centuries. It has an earthy, slightly savory flavor and a tender, creamy texture when cooked.

Black-eyed peas are an excellent source of plant protein and fiber along with folate, iron, potassium, and other minerals, and they are naturally low in fat. They are simmered into stews and soups, cooked with greens and pork, mashed into fritters, tossed into salads, and are the star of Southern Hoppin John, eaten on New Years Day for good luck. Fresh and frozen ones cook quickly, while dried ones need soaking.

Choose plump, unblemished dried peas or canned for convenience, and store dried black-eyed peas in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, canned, plain?

There are 77 calories in 100 g of Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, canned, plain, or about 185 calories in 1 cup (240 g).

How much protein is in Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, canned, plain?

Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, canned, plain contains 4.7 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, canned, plain?

Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, canned, plain has 13.6 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, canned, plain?

Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, canned, plain provides 0.6 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, canned, plain a good source of?

Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, canned, plain is a good source of Folate (B9), Copper, Dietary Fiber and Manganese (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.