Broccoli vs. Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between broccoli and cowpea (Black-eyed pea)
- Broccoli has more vitamin C, vitamin K, and vitamin A, while cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has more folate, copper, iron, fiber, phosphorus, manganese, and vitamin B1.
- Broccoli covers your daily need for vitamin C, 99% more than cowpea (Black-eyed pea).
- Broccoli contains 60 times more vitamin K than cowpea (Black-eyed pea). While broccoli contains 101.6µg of vitamin K, cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains only 1.7µg.
- Broccoli has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of broccoli is 32, while the glycemic index of cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is 52.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Broccoli, raw and Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +95.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +13.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +152.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +243.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +446.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +214.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +136.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +126.2% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +22200% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +3000% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +178.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +112.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +29.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +39.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +75% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +5876.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +184.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +230.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +72.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.82 g
Fats:
0.37 g
Carbs:
6.64 g
Water:
89.3 g
Other:
0.87 g
Protein:
7.73 g
Fats:
0.53 g
Carbs:
20.76 g
Water:
70.04 g
Other:
0.94 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +27.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +174.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +43.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +212.7% |
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Other
~0.94g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.039 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.011 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.038 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.138 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.044 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.225 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -71.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +300% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +492.1% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 89.2mg | 0.4mg | 99% |
| Vitamin K | 101.6µg | 1.7µg | 83% |
| Folate | 63µg | 208µg | 36% |
| Copper | 0.049mg | 0.268mg | 24% |
| Iron | 0.73mg | 2.51mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 2.6g | 6.5g | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 66mg | 156mg | 13% |
| Manganese | 0.21mg | 0.475mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.071mg | 0.202mg | 11% |
| Protein | 2.82g | 7.73g | 10% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 53mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 0.41mg | 1.29mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.175mg | 0.1mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 6.64g | 20.76g | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.117mg | 0.055mg | 5% |
| Calories | 34kcal | 116kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 31µg | 1µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.573mg | 0.411mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.78mg | 0.28mg | 3% |
| Choline | 18.7mg | 32.2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 24mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.038g | 0.225g | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.68g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.639mg | 0.495mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 33mg | 4mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 316mg | 278mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.37g | 0.53g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 4.04g | 14.26g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.7g | 3.3g | N/A |
| Selenium | 2.5µg | 2.5µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.039g | 0.138g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.011g | 0.044g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.033mg | 0.095mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.088mg | 0.294mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.079mg | 0.314mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.129mg | 0.592mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.135mg | 0.523mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.038mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.117mg | 0.451mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.125mg | 0.368mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.059mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains less Sodium (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Broccoli is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.6g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Broccoli is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.099g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Broccoli is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is cheaper?
Broccoli is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Broccoli is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)