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Nutritional Profile of Raw Cowpeas (Blackeyes, Immature Seeds)
We got 53 nutritional values in our nutrition profile for Raw Cowpeas (Blackeyes, Immature Seeds).
Nutrient content compared to all foods
When comparing its nutrient content to all foods in our tool we find that it ranks well (Top 250) for four nutrients.
These are
- Folate, food (Water-soluble Vitamins)
- Fiber, total dietary (Carbohydrates)
- Erucic Acid (22:1) (Monounsaturated Fats)
- Folate, total (Water-soluble Vitamins)
Also, when compared to all foods, it ranks moderately (Top 500) for seven additional nutrients.
With the highest ranking of them being
- Magnesium, Mg (Minerals)
- Folate, DFE (Water-soluble Vitamins)
- Calcium, Ca (Minerals)
- Vitamin A, IU (Fat-soluble Vitamins)
Nutrient content compared to foods in the same category
A comparison between its nutrient content to foods in the same category (Vegetables and Vegetable Products) shows that it ranks notably well (Top 25) for three nutrients.
These are
- Folate, DFE (Water-soluble Vitamins)
- Folate, food (Water-soluble Vitamins)
- Folate, total (Water-soluble Vitamins)
Additionally, a comparison to foods in the same category shows that it ranks well (Top 50) for two additional nutrients:
- Erucic Acid (22:1) (Monounsaturated Fats)
- Fiber, total dietary (Carbohydrates)
You can find these and more nutrient rankings below.
Table of Contents
Nutrient Content Of Raw Cowpeas (Blackeyes, Immature Seeds)
The nutrient content of food is mainly divided into macro- and micronutrients.
Below you'll first find a macronutrient profile that will give you a sense of how the measured macronutrients compare to each other.
After that you'll find our detailed nutrient profile with all measured nutrients.
Macronutrient profile of Raw Cowpeas (Blackeyes, Immature Seeds)
Macronutrients are mainly divided into carbohydrates (carbs), lipids (fats), and protein.
In our macronutrient profile we also include water as we think that it gives a more complete picture of how nutrient dense the food is.
Figure 1. Macronutrient profile of Raw Cowpeas (Blackeyes, Immature Seeds)
Percent of 100 grams of food. Values can differ from nutrient profile below due to rounding.
And now, let's look at the detailed nutrient profile!
Detailed nutrient profile of Raw Cowpeas (Blackeyes, Immature Seeds)
Below we list all the nutrients that we have a measurement for. This is where you can find out what micronutrients there are in your food.
All nutrients are grouped together according to their type. Click on a nutrient type to show the individual nutrients. You can find other foods that contain the same nutrient by clicking on it.
If you can't find a specific nutrient, we recommend you go to our complete list of nutrients or try searching for it.
Nutrient Profile: Raw Cowpeas (Blackeyes, Immature Seeds)
In food category: Vegetables and Vegetable Products
| Carbohydrates (3) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Carbohydrates, by difference | 18.8 g | 5.3 g | 173 | 1176 |
| Fiber, total dietary | 5 g | 1.4 g | 44 | 198 |
| Sugars (Total incl. NLEA) | 3 g | 850.5 mg | 274 | 1376 |
| Fatty Acids (4) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Fatty Acids, total monounsaturated | 32 mg | 9.1 mg | 594 | 2809 |
| Fatty Acids, total polyunsaturated | 150 mg | 42.5 mg | 640 | 2365 |
| Fatty Acids, total saturated | 90 mg | 25.5 mg | 651 | 2717 |
| Total Lipid (Fat) | 350 mg | 99.2 mg | 399 | 1720 |
| Saturated Fats (3) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Myristic Acid (14:0) | 1 mg | 0.3 mg | 194 | 1149 |
| Palmitic Acid (16:0) | 77 mg | 21.8 mg | 526 | 2199 |
| Stearic Acid (18:0) | 12 mg | 3.4 mg | 335 | 1679 |
| Monounsaturated Fats (3) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Erucic Acid (22:1) | 11 mg | 3.1 mg | 28 | 200 |
| Oleic Acid (18:1) | 19 mg | 5.4 mg | 598 | 2793 |
| Palmitoleic Acid (16:1) | 1 mg | 0.3 mg | 88 | 982 |
| Polyunsaturated Fats (2) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Linoleic Acid (18:2 n-6) | 87 mg | 24.7 mg | 631 | 2307 |
| Linolenic Acid (18:3) | 63 mg | 17.9 mg | 246 | 893 |
| Amino Acids (12) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Arginine | 207 mg | 58.7 mg | 78 | 782 |
| Cystine | 44 mg | 12.5 mg | 60 | 452 |
| Histidine | 95 mg | 26.9 mg | 59 | 913 |
| Isoleucine | 158 mg | 44.8 mg | 72 | 864 |
| Leucine | 211 mg | 59.8 mg | 94 | 834 |
| Lysine | 194 mg | 55 mg | 84 | 800 |
| Methionine | 42 mg | 11.9 mg | 69 | 908 |
| Phenylalanine | 162 mg | 45.9 mg | 66 | 882 |
| Threonine | 110 mg | 31.2 mg | 91 | 903 |
| Tryptophan | 34 mg | 9.6 mg | 58 | 431 |
| Tyrosine | 121 mg | 34.3 mg | 64 | 918 |
| Valine | 171 mg | 48.5 mg | 87 | 874 |
| Protein (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Protein | 3 g | 836.3 mg | 230 | 1324 |
| Water-soluble Vitamins (9) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Folate, DFE | 168 µg | 47.6 µg | 24 | 287 |
| Folate, food | 168 µg | 47.6 µg | 24 | 124 |
| Folate, total | 168 µg | 47.6 µg | 24 | 216 |
| Niacin | 1.5 mg | 411.1 µg | 140 | 1414 |
| Pantothenic Acid | 151 µg | 42.8 µg | 274 | 1034 |
| Riboflavin | 145 µg | 41.1 µg | 139 | 666 |
| Thiamin | 110 µg | 31.2 µg | 134 | 774 |
| Vitamin B6 | 67 µg | 19 µg | 293 | 914 |
| Vitamin C | 2.5 mg | 708.7 µg | 416 | 598 |
| Fat-soluble Vitamins (2) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Vitamin A, IU | 817 IU | 231.6 IU | 190 | 426 |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 41 µg | 11.6 µg | 410 | 671 |
| Minerals (10) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Calcium, Ca | 126 mg | 35.7 mg | 77 | 419 |
| Copper, Cu | 130 µg | 36.9 µg | 179 | 719 |
| Iron, Fe | 1.1 mg | 311.8 µg | 181 | 811 |
| Magnesium, Mg | 51 mg | 14.5 mg | 70 | 275 |
| Manganese, Mn | 560 µg | 158.8 µg | 76 | 508 |
| Phosphorus, P | 53 mg | 15 mg | 118 | 619 |
| Potassium, K | 431 mg | 122.2 mg | 155 | 467 |
| Selenium, Se | 2.3 µg | 0.7 µg | 78 | 671 |
| Sodium, Na | 4 mg | 1.1 mg | 447 | 1155 |
| Zinc, Zn | 1 mg | 286.3 µg | 57 | 812 |
| Water (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Water | 77.2 g | 21.9 g | 534 | 788 |
| Other (3) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Ash | 670 mg | 189.9 mg | 188 | 600 |
| Kcal (Energy) | 90 kcal | 25.5 kcal | 132 | 598 |
| KJ (Energy) | 376 kj | 106.6 kj | 129 | 806 |
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Common Serving Sizes Of Raw Cowpeas (Blackeyes, Immature Seeds)
Here's some of the different portion/serving sizes to get a sense of the weight.
| Amount / Measurement | Weight in Gr | Weight in Oz |
|---|---|---|
| Cup | 145.0 g | 5.1 oz |
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| Cowpeas | No of Nutrients |
(Blackeyes, With Salt, Drained, Immature Seeds) | 56 |
(Blackeyes, Without Salt, Drained, Immature Seeds) | 57 |
(Young Pods With Seeds, With Salt, Drained) | 39 |
(Young Pods With Seeds, Without Salt, Drained) | 39 |
(Blackeyes, With Salt, Drained, Immature Seeds) | 57 |
(Blackeyes, Without Salt, Drained, Immature Seeds) | 57 |
(Young Pods With Seeds) | 47 |
(Blackeyes, Immature Seeds) | 52 |
| Cowpeas Leafy Tips | No of Nutrients |
(With Salt, Drained) | 37 |
(Without Salt, Drained) | 37 |
| 39 | |
| Cowpeas With Snap Beans | No of Nutrients |
(Made With Fat) | 49 |
(Made Without Fat) | 41 |
(Unspecified If Cooking Fat Added) | 42 |
| Peas, Cowpeas, Field Peas, Or Blackeye Peas | No of Nutrients |
(Not Dried, Made With Unspecified Fat) | 48 |
(Not Dried, Made With Unspecified Fat) | 48 |
(Not Dried, Made With Unspecified Fat) | 48 |
(Not Dried, Unspecified Form, Made With Unspecified Fat) | 48 |
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