Hummus vs. Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between hummus and cowpea (Black-eyed pea)
- Hummus has more copper, manganese, and vitamin B6, while cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has more folate and vitamin B5.
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea)'s daily need coverage for folate is 31% higher.
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains 95 times less sodium than hummus. Hummus contains 379mg of sodium, while cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains 4mg.
- Hummus has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of hummus is 6, while the glycemic index of cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is 52.
The food types used in this comparison are Hummus, commercial 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +34% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +58.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +96.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +41.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +62.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +21.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.9% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +16.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +17.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +12.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +211.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +150.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.9 g
Fats:
9.6 g
Carbs:
14.29 g
Water:
66.59 g
Other:
1.62 g
Protein:
7.73 g
Fats:
0.53 g
Carbs:
20.76 g
Water:
70.04 g
Other:
0.94 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +1711.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +72.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +45.3% |
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Protein
~7.73g
~equal in
Water
~70.04g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.437 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.039 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.613 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.138 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.044 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.225 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +9079.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1505.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -90.4% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Folate | 83µg | 208µg | 31% |
| Copper | 0.527mg | 0.268mg | 29% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.613g | 0.225g | 23% |
| Sodium | 379mg | 4mg | 16% |
| Fats | 9.6g | 0.53g | 14% |
| Manganese | 0.773mg | 0.475mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.039g | 0.044g | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2mg | 0.1mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.437g | 0.138g | 6% |
| Choline | 32.2mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.132mg | 0.411mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 1.83mg | 1.29mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 71mg | 53mg | 4% |
| Calories | 166kcal | 116kcal | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 176mg | 156mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.28mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.18mg | 0.202mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 14.29g | 20.76g | 2% |
| Fiber | 6g | 6.5g | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.064mg | 0.055mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.582mg | 0.495mg | 1% |
| Iron | 2.44mg | 2.51mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 228mg | 278mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 38mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Protein | 7.9g | 7.73g | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 8.29g | 14.26g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.3g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0% | |
| Selenium | 2.6µg | 2.5µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.095mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.294mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.314mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.592mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.523mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.11mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.451mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.368mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 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
14%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hummus is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.3g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hummus is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is cheaper?
Hummus is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hummus is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) contains less Sodium (difference - 375mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.299g)
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)