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Green Peas calories & nutrition
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Quick answer
Green Peas, 1 katori (≈80 g): about 65 kcal, 5.8 g protein, 9.5 g carbs and 0.1 g fat. Per 100 g (fresh green peas, shelled): 81 kcal and 7.3 g protein.
Green peas have more protein and fibre than most vegetables. They're an easy way to bulk up poha, upma, pulao and sabzis.
Nutrition per serving
Choose a serving size. Values are for fresh green peas, shelled.
1 katori (≈80 g)
65kcal
5.8 g protein · 9.5 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
| Calories | 65 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 5.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 9.5 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Fibre | 5.1 g |
Nutrition per 100 g
For fresh green peas, shelled.
| Calories | 81 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 7.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 11.9 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Fibre | 6.3 g |
| Calcium | 28 mg |
| Iron | 1.6 mg |
Is green peas good for your goals?
Weight loss
Green Peas is filling for its calories thanks to its protein (1 katori (≈80 g): about 65 kcal). A good fit for a calorie deficit in normal portions.
Muscle building
A useful protein source with about 9 g of protein per 100 kcal. Combine it with other protein foods across the day.
- Frozen peas have very similar nutrition to fresh ones.
- Matar paneer combines two protein sources in one dish.
- Add a handful to poha or upma for extra protein and fibre.
Green Peas vs spinach
| Nutrient | Green Peas | Spinach |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 81 kcal | 24 kcal |
| Protein | 7.3 g | 2.1 g |
| Carbs | 11.9 g | 2.1 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.6 g |
| Fibre | 6.3 g | 2.4 g |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 9 g | 8.9 g |
Frequently asked questions
Answers calculated from IFCT 2017 values. Educational information only.
Green Peas, 1 katori (≈80 g): about 65 kcal, with 5.8 g protein, 9.5 g carbohydrate and 0.1 g fat.
Green Peas, 2 tablespoons (≈25 g): about 20 kcal, with 1.8 g protein, 3 g carbohydrate and 0 g fat.
100 g of fresh green peas, shelled has about 7.3 g protein and 81 kcal — roughly 9 g of protein per 100 kcal.
Green Peas is filling for its calories thanks to its protein (1 katori (≈80 g): about 65 kcal). A good fit for a calorie deficit in normal portions.
A useful protein source with about 9 g of protein per 100 kcal. Combine it with other protein foods across the day.
Source & method
Values per 100 g are from the Indian Food Composition Tables 2017 (ICMR–National Institute of Nutrition, Hyderabad), food code D061 “Peas, fresh”. Serving values are calculated from those figures; serving weights are typical household measures.
Last updated . Values vary with variety, brand and cooking. Not medical advice — nutrition disclaimer.
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