Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) vs. Pistachio — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between cowpea (Black-eyed pea) and pistachios
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has more folate; however, pistachios have more vitamin B6, copper, vitamin B1, phosphorus, manganese, potassium, iron, and vitamin E.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B6 for pistachios is 123% higher.
- Pistachios have 4 times less folate than cowpea (Black-eyed pea). Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has 208µg of folate, while pistachios have 51µg.
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in saturated fat.
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has a higher glycemic index than pistachios.
Food types used in this article are Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt and Nuts, pistachio nuts, raw.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +128.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +337.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +268.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +56.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +385.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +70.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +214.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -75% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +152.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +180% |
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 KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +307.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1300% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +2500% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +921.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +330.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +190.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +162.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +26.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1600% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.73 g
Fats:
0.53 g
Carbs:
20.76 g
Water:
70.04 g
Other:
0.94 g
Protein:
20.16 g
Fats:
45.32 g
Carbs:
27.17 g
Water:
4.37 g
Other:
2.98 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1502.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +160.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +8450.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +30.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +217% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.138 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.044 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.225 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.907 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
23.257 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
14.38 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +52756.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +6291.1% |
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 B6 | 0.1mg | 1.7mg | 123% |
| Copper | 0.268mg | 1.3mg | 115% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.225g | 14.38g | 94% |
| Fats | 0.53g | 45.32g | 69% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.044g | 23.257g | 58% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.202mg | 0.87mg | 56% |
| Phosphorus | 156mg | 490mg | 48% |
| Folate | 208µg | 51µg | 39% |
| Manganese | 0.475mg | 1.2mg | 32% |
| Saturated fat | 0.138g | 5.907g | 26% |
| Protein | 7.73g | 20.16g | 25% |
| Calories | 116kcal | 560kcal | 22% |
| Potassium | 278mg | 1025mg | 22% |
| Iron | 2.51mg | 3.92mg | 18% |
| Vitamin E | 0.28mg | 2.86mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 6.5g | 10.6g | 16% |
| Magnesium | 53mg | 121mg | 16% |
| Selenium | 2.5µg | 7µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.16mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 105mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 1.29mg | 2.2mg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 5.6mg | 6% |
| Choline | 32.2mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.495mg | 1.3mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 26µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 20.76g | 27.17g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.411mg | 0.52mg | 2% |
| Starch | 1.67g | 1% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 14.26g | 16.57g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.3g | 7.66g | N/A |
| Sodium | 4mg | 1mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.095mg | 0.251mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.294mg | 0.684mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.314mg | 0.917mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.592mg | 1.604mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.523mg | 1.138mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.11mg | 0.36mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.451mg | 1.092mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.368mg | 1.249mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.24mg | 0.512mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.24g | 0% | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 14.091g | N/A |
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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
23%
63%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
125%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pistachio contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pistachio is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pistachio is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pistachio is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.36g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.769g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)