How the diets react
Diet Ratings
Split peas contain approximately 21g net carbs per cooked cup. Despite being legumes with some fiber, the net carb content is prohibitively high for keto.
Whole plant-based legume. Excellent protein and fiber source. No animal products or derivatives.
Peas are legumes and are explicitly excluded from paleo diet. Contain lectins and phytic acid incompatible with paleo principles.
Split peas are legumes emphasized in Mediterranean diet. They are nutrient-dense, high in protein and fiber, and used traditionally in Mediterranean soups and dishes.
Legume; plant-derived protein and carbohydrates. Completely incompatible with carnivore diet.
Split peas are legumes, which are explicitly excluded from Whole30 for the entire 30-day period.
Split peas are high in GOS (galacto-oligosaccharides). Monash University testing confirms high FODMAP content at all reasonable serving sizes.
Excellent DASH legume. High in fiber, potassium, magnesium, and plant-based protein. Low sodium when prepared without added salt. Strong cardiovascular benefits.
Legume with ~8g protein and ~21g carbs per cooked cup. Lower carb density than beans but still requires portioning. Moderate glycemic impact. Acceptable but not ideal as primary protein.
Legume with excellent anti-inflammatory profile. High in fiber, polyphenols, plant-based protein, and resistant starch. Low glycemic index. Supports healthy microbiota and reduces inflammatory markers.
Excellent protein (16g per cooked cup), very high fiber (16g per cup), low fat, nutrient-dense. Naturally soft texture aids easy digestion. Ideal for GLP-1 patients, especially in soups.
Controversy Index
Score range: 1–9/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.