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Fiber-rich, tangy pickled salad, low calorie
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Pickled black-eyed peas salad (120 g) has 58 calories. That works out to 48 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.1 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat and 3.8 g of fiber. Its 28.8 µg of Vitamin K covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
58
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
10.1g
· 4% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fiber
3.8g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 74% · Protein 18% · Fat 8%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 58 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.1 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% |
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 serving (medium) | 120 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 15 g | 7 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (shredded) | 30 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 38 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 67 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 86 kcal |
Calculated from 48 calories per 100 g.
Cook fresh black-eyed peas until tender but still intact, then drain and cool them. Toss with vinegar or pickle brine, olive oil, and seasonings such as garlic or herbs; chill briefly so the flavors combine.
Yes. Fresh black-eyed peas should be cooked before they go into the salad; boiling them until just tender helps them keep their shape. Drain and cool them before adding vinegar or pickle brine.
Yes, drained and rinsed canned black-eyed peas can save preparation time. They are already cooked, so add them directly to the dressing and handle them gently to keep the peas from breaking apart.
Not necessarily. The salad can be made by dressing cooked black-eyed peas with vinegar or ready-made pickle brine, which does not itself mean fermentation. Fermentation requires the peas to be pickled and left under suitable conditions.
Cider vinegar gives pickled black-eyed peas salad a mild tang, while wine vinegar makes the acidity more pronounced. If you are using pickle brine as well, add vinegar gradually and taste so the finished salad is not overly sharp.
Serve pickled black-eyed peas salad as a chilled side or mezze with grilled vegetables, fish, or meat. Its bright, acidic flavor also works well alongside rice or other mild dishes.
Keep pickled black-eyed peas salad covered in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Use a clean serving spoon, and return leftovers to the fridge promptly rather than leaving the salad at room temperature.
Yes, you can prepare pickled black-eyed peas salad ahead and refrigerate it so the dressing flavors the peas. Add delicate fresh herbs just before serving to keep their color and texture.
Cook the peas only until tender, then drain them promptly and let them cool before dressing. Stir the salad gently instead of vigorously mixing it, especially if the peas are very soft.
Parsley and dill both pair well with pickled black-eyed peas salad, adding a fresh note to its tangy dressing. Add chopped herbs near serving time, and start with a small amount so they do not overpower the peas.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
28.8µg · 24% DV
Folate
45.6µg · 11% DV
Vitamin C
7.8mg · 9% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Sodium
504mg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Magnesium
34mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
252mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Pickled black-eyed peas salad is made with fresh black-eyed peas or their tender pods, dressed with a tangy pickle brine or vinegar. Garlic, herbs and olive oil are common additions in home-style versions. It fits the broader tradition of bright, vegetable-forward salads and meze served around the eastern Mediterranean, though recipes vary from kitchen to kitchen.
The peas bring a mild, earthy flavor and a pleasantly firm bite, balanced by the sharp dressing. Serve it chilled as a side, alongside grilled foods, or as part of a spread with bread and other small plates. It offers fibre, with 3.2 g per 100 g, while remaining light. For a less rich version, use the oil sparingly and add extra fresh herbs or crunchy vegetables.
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 3
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
0.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.06g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.