Black-headed bean
Legumes and derivatives
36 Foods
Black-headed bean or also known as cowpea, grows in the form of a bush, it is used in several countries of the Latin American Caribbean, such as the Colombian Caribbean, Panama, Puerto Rico and Cuba, to accompany different preparations.
It is an important source of protein, as well as calcium, phosphorus, iron, zinc and magnesium; it is a significant source of vitamins such as thiamine, niacin, riboflavin, and folic acid. One of its most popular preparations is to mix it with white rice and seasonings depending on the region.
| Eatable percent | 100% |
|---|---|
| Calories (kcal) | 325kcal |
| Protein (g) | 21.6g |
| Lipids (g) | 1.4g |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 56.6g |
| Fiber (g) | 0g |
| Tiamine (mg) | 0.73mg |
| Riboflavin (mg) | 0.07mg |
| Niacin (mg) | 1.8mg |
| Vitamin C (mg) | 3mg |
| Vitamin A (mg) | 0mg |
| Calcium (mg) | 81mg |
| Iron (mg) | 81mg |
| Sodium (mg) | 0mg |
| Phosphorus (mg) | 396mg |
| Zinc (mg) | mg |