Cowpeas, leafy tips, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 18.4 MG | 20% | |
| Thiamin | 0.3 MG | 21% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 11% | |
| Niacin | 1.0 MG | 6% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 8% | |
| Folate, total | 60 UG | 15% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 29 UG | 3% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 69 MG | 5% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.1 MG | 6% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 62 MG | 15% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 42 MG | 3% | |
| Potassium, K | 351 MG | 7% | |
| Sodium, Na | 6 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.2 MG | 17% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.4 MG | 18% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.9 UG | 2% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (22 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.1g per 100g).
- Good source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (20% DV).
- Good source of Thiamin (21% DV).
About Cowpeas, leafy tips, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt
Cowpea leafy tips are one of the most protein-dense cooked greens in the USDA database, delivering an unusually high protein-to-calorie ratio for a leaf vegetable. The carbohydrate is minimal and fat is nearly absent. Popular in West African cooking, usually briefly boiled or sauteed with aromatics and sometimes groundnuts. The flavor is mild and slightly grassy, not unlike spinach. A worthwhile addition to the diet for those looking to increase plant protein through greens.
Dietary Information
Cowpeas, leafy tips, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Cowpeas, leafy tips, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt include Thiamin (21% DV) , and Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (20% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 22 calories per 100 grams, Cowpeas, leafy tips, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt gets 85% of its calories from protein, 51% from carbohydrates, and 4% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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