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A vegetable dish of fresh black-eyed peas sautéed with a small amount of oil, providing fiber and plant protein.
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Low-oil sautéed fresh black-eyed peas (170 g) has 133 calories. That works out to 78 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.8 g of carbs, 7 g of protein, 3.7 g of fat and 7.1 g of fiber. Its 34 µg of Vitamin K covers 28% of the Daily Value. Under the NOVA system it is classified as "Minimally Processed".
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 170 g
133
KCAL / 170G
Carbs
17.8g
· 6% DV
Protein
7g
· 14% DV
Fat
3.7g
· 5% DV
Fiber
7.1g
· 25% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 21% · Fat 25%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 133 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.7 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.6 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 306 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.8 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% |
| Protein | 7 g | 14% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 170 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 12 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 23 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 85 g | 66 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 195 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 255 g | 199 kcal |
Calculated from 78 calories per 100 g.
Low-oil sautéed fresh black-eyed peas are made by cooking trimmed, chopped pods with onion in a small amount of oil until tender. Add tomato if you like, and a splash of water if the pan gets dry; serve warm or at room temperature.
No, you do not need to blanch the peas first for low-oil sautéed fresh black-eyed peas. They can cook directly in the pan with the onion; blanching briefly beforehand is an option if you want them to soften more quickly.
Yes, snap off the ends and pull away any tough strings before making low-oil sautéed fresh black-eyed peas. Young, slender pods may have few strings, but checking them before cooking helps prevent a fibrous texture.
Low-oil sautéed fresh black-eyed peas are ready when the pods are tender, and cooking time varies with their size and freshness. Cover the pan and stir occasionally; add a little water if needed, and avoid cooking them until they turn mushy.
Yes, low-oil sautéed fresh black-eyed peas can be frozen once fully cooled. Pack them in an airtight container in meal-size portions; after thawing, reheat thoroughly in a pan. The pods may be softer than when freshly cooked.
Low-oil sautéed fresh black-eyed peas keep for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate them promptly after cooking, reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and avoid repeatedly warming the whole batch.
Low-oil sautéed fresh black-eyed peas pair well with rice, flatbread, grilled fish, or a simple salad. For a lighter meal, serve them with yogurt or a grain side; they can also be part of a broader vegetable spread.
Yes, low-oil sautéed fresh black-eyed peas can be served cold or at room temperature. Cool them promptly and refrigerate them if not serving right away; a squeeze of lemon and fresh herbs make a good finishing touch.
No, fresh black-eyed peas are immature pods, while dried black-eyed peas are mature seeds. Low-oil sautéed fresh black-eyed peas use the tender pods and cook like a vegetable; dried peas need soaking and a separate cooking method.
Low-oil sautéed fresh black-eyed peas can fit into a diabetes-conscious meal, but their carbohydrates can still raise blood glucose. Their fiber and plant protein contribute to a more filling dish; people using glucose-lowering medication should follow their individual meal plan.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
34µg · 28% DV
Vitamin C
20.4mg · 23% DV
Folate
76.5µg · 19% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.51mg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
145mg · 21% DV
Magnesium
68mg · 16% DV
Sodium
306mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
442mg · 13% DV
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Low-oil sautéed fresh black-eyed peas is a Turkish home-style dish made with fresh cowpeas, often cooked with onion and tomato in a modest amount of oil. The peas are picked while still tender and green, rather than used dried; the dish is especially at home in seasonal vegetable cooking around Turkey’s Aegean and Mediterranean regions.
The peas turn soft but can retain a little bite, with a gently sweet, savory flavor. Serve them warm or at room temperature as a vegetable side or meze, with bread or alongside a grain-based dish. They contribute fibre and plant protein without being heavy. A squeeze of lemon brightens the dish, while serving it with bulgur makes for a more filling meal.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.27g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.