The diets react (see scores below)
Diet Ratings
Black-eyed peas contain ~18g net carbs per 100g cooked. Starchy legume incompatible with ketosis. Carb content too high for keto compliance.
Whole plant legume, good protein and fiber source, minimally processed. Fully vegan-compliant. Nutrient-dense traditional food.
Black-eyed peas are legumes, explicitly excluded from paleo diet. They contain lectins and phytic acid despite cultural significance in some cuisines.
Legume with strong nutritional profile including protein, fiber, and minerals. Fits Mediterranean diet framework of frequent legume consumption as primary protein source.
Black-eyed peas are legumes (plant-derived) and explicitly excluded from carnivore diet. No animal-derived component; violates core dietary principle.
Black-eyed peas are legumes, which are explicitly excluded from Whole30 for the full 30-day period.
Monash rates cooked black-eyed peas as low-FODMAP at 75g (½ cup) serving. Portions above this threshold become high-FODMAP due to GOS accumulation.
Excellent legume source of plant protein, fiber, potassium, and magnesium. Low sodium when prepared without salt. Core DASH food.
Black-eyed peas offer decent protein and moderate glycemic impact, but carb content is higher than optimal Zone legumes. They are usable with careful portioning but not preferred compared to lentils or adzuki beans.
Legume with excellent fiber, polyphenols, and plant protein content. Resistant starch supports healthy gut microbiota and reduces inflammatory markers.
High protein (14g per cooked cup), high fiber (11g per cup), low fat, nutrient-dense. Soft when cooked. Small portions satisfying. Excellent GLP-1 companion.
Nutritional profile
Six traits that cut across every diet.
Fiber & Plants
How much whole-plant food and fiber it delivers.
Healthy Fats
The quality of its fats (unsaturated, omega-3).
Whole / Unprocessed
How close it is to its natural, unprocessed form.
Gut Gentle
How easy it is on digestion (low FODMAP, few irritants).
Low Glycemic
How little it spikes your blood sugar.
Protein Density
How much protein it packs per calorie.
Controversy Index
Score range: 1–9/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.
Diet-Specific Tips for Black-eyed peas
Vegan — 9/10- Whole food legume
- Good protein content
- High in fiber
- Traditional staple
Mediterranean — 8/10- legume staple
- plant protein
- fiber rich
- whole food
Low-FODMAP — 4/10- GOS present but manageable at small portions
- Strict portion limit: 75g cooked
- Soaking and cooking may reduce FODMAP load
DASH — 9/10- High protein (14g per cooked cup)
- Rich in potassium (744mg per cooked cup)
- High fiber (11g per cooked cup)
- Low sodium when unsalted
- Traditional in heart-healthy cuisines
Zone — 6/10- Moderate glycemic index
- Adequate protein content
- Higher carb density than preferred legumes
- Requires portion control
Anti-Inflammatory — 8/10- high fiber
- resistant starch
- polyphenols
- plant protein
- low glycemic index
GLP-1 Friendly — 8/10- high protein
- high fiber
- low fat
- soft texture
- nutrient-dense