One cup (about 165–170 grams) of cooked black-eyed peas (cowpeas) contains roughly 33–35 grams of total carbohydrates. Of that, about 8–11 grams come from dietary fiber, meaning the net carb count (total carbs minus fiber) is approximately 23–25 grams.
For fuller context, one cup of cooked black-eyed peas also provides around:
- 200 calories
- 13–14 grams of protein
- Less than 1 gram of fat
- A good source of folate, iron, magnesium, and potassium
These figures are typical values from standard nutrition databases (such as the USDA) for black-eyed peas cooked without added fat, salt, or other ingredients. Actual numbers can vary slightly depending on the specific brand, whether the peas are boiled from dried, canned, or frozen, and how much liquid is retained in the measurement. Canned black-eyed peas, for instance, may have a slightly different carb count due to added liquid and sometimes added sugars or sodium, so checking the nutrition label on packaged products is the most accurate way to confirm exact values for a specific product.
If you're tracking carbohydrates for a specific diet plan (such as diabetes management or a low-carb diet), it's worth noting that legumes like black-eyed peas are considered a complex carbohydrate source with a relatively low glycemic index, largely due to their fiber and protein content, which can help slow the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream compared to refined carbohydrate sources.