Black-eyed peas

legumes

Black-eyed peas

6/ 10Mixed
Controversy: 7.3

Rated by 11 diets

5 approve2 caution4 avoid

How the diets react

Approves5
Caution2
Disapproves4
Is Black-eyed peas Healthy?

It depends — Black-eyed peas is a mixed bag. Some diets approve it while others urge caution. Context and quantity matter.

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
Calories
116kcal
Protein
8g
Carbs
21g
Fat
0.5g
Fiber
6.5g
Sugar
3.3g
Sodium
4mg

Diet Ratings

KetoAvoid

Black-eyed peas contain ~18g net carbs per 100g cooked. Starchy legume incompatible with ketosis. Carb content too high for keto compliance.

VeganApproved

Whole plant legume, good protein and fiber source, minimally processed. Fully vegan-compliant. Nutrient-dense traditional food.

PaleoAvoid

Black-eyed peas are legumes, explicitly excluded from paleo diet. They contain lectins and phytic acid despite cultural significance in some cuisines.

MediterraneanApproved

Legume with strong nutritional profile including protein, fiber, and minerals. Fits Mediterranean diet framework of frequent legume consumption as primary protein source.

CarnivoreAvoid

Black-eyed peas are legumes (plant-derived) and explicitly excluded from carnivore diet. No animal-derived component; violates core dietary principle.

Whole30Avoid

Black-eyed peas are legumes, which are explicitly excluded from Whole30 for the full 30-day period.

Low-FODMAPCaution

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.

DASHApproved

Excellent legume source of plant protein, fiber, potassium, and magnesium. Low sodium when prepared without salt. Core DASH food.

ZoneCaution

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.

GLP-1 FriendlyApproved

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.

Controversy Index

Score range: 19/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.

Consensus7.3Divisive

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
  • high fiber
  • resistant starch
  • polyphenols
  • plant protein
  • low glycemic index
  • high protein
  • high fiber
  • low fat
  • soft texture
  • nutrient-dense