How do I prepare them?

Soak dried peas overnight, then boil until tender, or use canned for convenience.

Are they gluten-free?

Yes, black-eyed peas are naturally gluten-free.

They pair well with rice, greens, and in stews or salads.

Legumes

A nutrient-dense legume often used in southern dishes, rich in protein and fiber.

Pro 100 g

116 kcal

1 cup cooked

199 kcal

(172 g)

Protein	Kohlenhydrate	Fett
8 g / 100g	20 g / 100g	0.5 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 27% · Carbs 69% · Fat 4%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 cup cooked (172 g, 199 kcal) is 10% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 cup cooked takes about 49 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Black-eyed Peas is number 2 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 156 kcal per 100 g.

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

9/10

High in fiber, these peas can help keep you full for longer, aiding in weight management.

How do I prepare them?: Soak dried peas overnight, then boil until tender, or use canned for convenience.
Are they gluten-free?: Yes, black-eyed peas are naturally gluten-free.
What do they pair well with?: They pair well with rice, greens, and in stews or salads.

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