Peas

Peas

Peas are members of the legume family and date back as far as 9700 B.C.

Whole dried peas, also known as field peas, are a good stand in for fresh shell peas and are best used in hearty soups and purees.

Split peas, which are more readily available, don't require soaking.

Peas are an excellent source of vitamin C and a good source of beta carotene. They also provide phytoestrogens and flavonoids.

Glycemic Index=48
Glycemic Load=3
Antioxidant Score* (ORAC)=524

*Split peas

The Benefits

*Excellent Source of: Vitamin C
*Good Source of: Vitamin A, Vitamin K
*Preferences: Low Fat, Low Saturated Fat, Low Cholesterol, Low Sodium, Low Carbohydrate, Low Sugars, No Fish, No Red Meat, No Pork, No Eggs, No Shellfish, No Gluten, No Nuts, No Seeds, No Soy, No Dairy, No Poultry, No Corn, No Yeast, No Peanuts, No Molds, No Citrus, No Tubers, No Nightshade, No Grains

Selecting and Storing

Choose split peas and whole dried peas in clean, airtight bags bags. Store peas in an airtight container away from heat and light.

Nutrition Information(amounts per serving)

Serving Size: 1-cup(s) whole PEAS,EDIBLE-PODDED,RAW

OMEGA-6 / OMEGA-3 RATIO: 6.5

Calories: 26

MACRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
Total Fat	0.13 g	*
Saturated Fat	0.02 g	*
Monosaturated Fat	0.01 g	*
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.06 g	*
Trans Fat	0 g	*
Essential Fatty Acids (Omega-3)
ALA	8 mg	*
EPA, DHA	0 mg, 0 mg	*
Conjugated linolenic acid (CLA)	0 mg	*
Cholesterol	0 mg	*
Total Carbohydrate	4.8 g	*
Sugars	2.5 g	*
Fiber	1.6 g	*
Protein	1.8 g	*

MICRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
VITAMINS
Vitamin A	684.8 IU	14%
Vitamin C	37.8mg	63%
Vitamin D	0 IU	0%
Vitamin E	0.25 IU	1%
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg	5%
Vitamin B12	0 mcg	0%
Vitamin K	15.8 mg	20%
Folate	26.5 mcg	7%
Niacin	0.38 mg	2%
Riboflavin	0.05 mg	3%
Thiamin	0.09 mg	6%
MINERALS
Calcium	27.1 mg	3%
Copper	0.05 mg	2%
Iron	1.3 mg	7%
Magnesium	15.1 mg	4%
Manganese	0.15 mg	8%
Phosphorous	33.4 mg	3%
Potassium	126 mg	4%
Selenium	0.44 mcg	1%
Sodium	2.5 mg	0%
Zinc	0.17 mg	1%
PHYTONUTRIENTS
Alpha-carotene	27.7 mcg
Beta-carotene	396.9 mcg
Beta-cryptoxanthin	0 mcg
Lutein + zeaxanthin	466.2 mcg
Lycopene	0 mcg

*Notes on Macronutrients: Because your personal nutrition needs are unique, please refer to the information on this site to learn more about your intake of macronutrients (Fats, Carbohydrates & Protein).