The diets react (see scores below)
Diet Ratings
Fresh broad beans contain approximately 11-13g net carbs per cup. Legumes are fundamentally incompatible with ketogenic carb limits and will disrupt ketosis.
Fresh legume, entirely plant-based whole food. Excellent protein and nutrient source.
Legume explicitly excluded from paleo diet due to lectins, phytic acid, and other anti-nutrients. Fresh form does not change legume status.
Legume staple in Mediterranean diet, eaten multiple times weekly. Excellent source of plant-based protein, fiber, and micronutrients. Traditional ingredient across Mediterranean regions.
Legume-derived plant food. Explicitly excluded from carnivore diet. No animal origin. Contains plant antinutrients and carbohydrates.
Broad beans (fava beans) are legumes and are explicitly excluded on Whole30. Fresh preparation does not change their legume status.
Broad beans (fava beans) are legumes high in GOS and fructans. Monash confirms high-FODMAP status at any reasonable serving during elimination phase.
Excellent DASH legume. High in fiber, plant-based protein, potassium, magnesium, and folate. Very low sodium. Fresh form maximizes nutrient density. Core DASH food supporting blood pressure control.
Fresh broad beans are legumes with moderate glycemic load (12g carbs, 2g fiber per 100g cooked). Provide plant protein (9g per 100g) and polyphenols. Usable as carb block with protein contribution, but require careful portioning. Lower glycemic than refined grains but higher than non-starchy vegetables.
Legume rich in plant protein, fiber, polyphenols, and resistant starch. Excellent anti-inflammatory properties. Fresh preparation preserves all nutrients. Aligns perfectly with anti-inflammatory diet emphasis on whole legumes.
Excellent protein (9g per cooked cup), high fiber (9g per cooked cup), low fat (0.5g per cooked cup), and easy to digest. Nutrient-dense and supports both protein and fiber targets. Works well in small portions and aids digestion.
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: 1–10/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.
Diet-Specific Tips for Broad beans (fresh)
Vegan — 10/10- legume
- whole food
- high protein
Mediterranean — 9/10- legume
- high protein and fiber
- traditional Mediterranean ingredient
- plant-based emphasis
DASH — 9/10- High fiber
- Plant-based protein
- Rich in potassium and magnesium
- Low sodium
- Legume-based
- Fresh form optimal
Zone — 6/10- Moderate glycemic load
- Plant-based protein
- Polyphenol-rich
- Legume carbs
- Portion control needed
Anti-Inflammatory — 8/10- high plant protein
- high fiber
- polyphenol-rich
- resistant starch
- whole food legume
GLP-1 Friendly — 8/10- high protein density
- high fiber
- very low fat
- easy to digest
- nutrient-dense