Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) vs. Tempeh — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between cowpea (Black-eyed pea) and tempeh?
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is higher in folate and vitamin B1, yet tempeh is higher in manganese, copper, vitamin B2, phosphorus, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and calcium.
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea)'s daily need coverage for folate is 46% more.
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has 3 times more vitamin B1 than tempeh. While cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has 0.202mg of vitamin B1, tempeh has only 0.078mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower.
- The glycemic index of tempeh is lower.
We used Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt and Tempeh types in this article.
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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 ZincZinc | +13.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -55.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +52.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +362.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +48.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +109% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +70.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +173.7% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +159% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +47.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +766.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +550.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +433.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +115% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
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:
20.29 g
Fats:
10.8 g
Carbs:
7.64 g
Water:
59.65 g
Other:
1.62 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +171.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +162.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1937.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +72.3% |
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
2.539 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.205 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.3 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +7184.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1811.1% |
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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| Folate | 208µg | 24µg | 46% |
| Manganese | 0.475mg | 1.3mg | 36% |
| Copper | 0.268mg | 0.56mg | 32% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.225g | 4.3g | 27% |
| Fiber | 6.5g | 26% | |
| Protein | 7.73g | 20.29g | 25% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.358mg | 23% |
| Fats | 0.53g | 10.8g | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 156mg | 266mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.495mg | 2.64mg | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 0.138g | 2.539g | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.202mg | 0.078mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.215mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 111mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.044g | 3.205g | 8% |
| Magnesium | 53mg | 81mg | 7% |
| Choline | 32.2mg | 6% | |
| Selenium | 2.5µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Calories | 116kcal | 192kcal | 4% |
| Potassium | 278mg | 412mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 20.76g | 7.64g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.411mg | 0.278mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.08µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.28mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.51mg | 2.7mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 1.29mg | 1.14mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 14.26g | 7.64g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.3g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 4mg | 9mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.095mg | 0.194mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.294mg | 0.796mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.314mg | 0.88mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.592mg | 1.43mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.523mg | 0.908mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.11mg | 0.175mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.451mg | 0.893mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.368mg | 0.92mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.24mg | 0.466mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
73%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tempeh is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.3g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tempeh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 37)
Which food is cheaper?
Tempeh is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tempeh is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.401g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)