What is Pigeon Peas? Nutritional Facts & Calories

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What is Pigeon Peas?

The pigeon pea is also known as toor dal in Hindi and Indian cuisine. The peas grown in a pod and are removed and dried for later use. Small pigeon peas are green when freshly harvested, and light brown when dried. They have a round body and meaty texture with a flavor that is nutty and similar to a lentil. Pigeon peas are commonly used throughout Asia, Africa and Central and South America.

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Pigeon Peas Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 Cup205g

Cup

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	703kcal	35%
Fats	2g	7%
Sat. fats	0g	0%
Mono. Fats	0g	0%
Trans fats	0g	0%
Carbs	129g	123%
Sugars	N/A
Fiber	31g	295%
Proteins	45g	171%
Cholesterol	0mg	0%
Sodium	35mg	4%
Calcium	267mg	59%
Iron	11mg	175%
Magnesium	375mg	255%
Phosphorus	752mg	172%
Potassium	2854mg	173%
Zinc	6mg	154%
Vitamin B1	1mg	250%
Vitamin B2	0mg	0%
Vitamin B3	6mg	107%
Vitamin B6	1mg	167%
Folic acid	935µg	668%
Vitamin B12	0µg	0%
Vitamin A	2µg	1%
Vitamin C	0mg	0%
Vitamin D	0µg	0%
Vitamin E	N/A

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Pigeon Peas?

1 Cup of Pigeon Peas contains 45 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Pigeon Peas?

1 Cup of Pigeon Peas contains 129 g of carbs.

How much fat is in Pigeon Peas?

1 Cup of Pigeon Peas contains 2 g of fat.

How many calories are in 1 Cup of Pigeon Peas?

There are 703 calories in 1 Cup of Pigeon Peas.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Pigeon Peas?

There are 97 calories in 1 oz of Pigeon Peas.

How many calories are in 1 pound of Pigeon Peas?

There are 1556 calories in 1 pound of Pigeon Peas.