Pea
Peas are small, round, juicy seeds encased in green pods. Peas should be blanched quickly in boiling water or with a little bit of butter to keep the freshness and taste of the garden. They are usually served hot as a vegetable dish or added into risottos. It is also a common choice to be blended to make soups.
Peas should be bought in season. Late harvesting or off season peas may become dry and less sweet as their sugar converts into starch. Look for bright, shiny, green pods that feel firm and taut. Sometimes, frozen peas may taste better or fresher than the freshly podded ones because they deteriorate so quickly.
Peas are very low in fats and sodium. They are a source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin A, niacin, vitamin B6, folate, manganese and phosphorus.
| Nutrition Info | |
| per 100g [raw] | |
| Calories | 81 Kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Total Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 14 g |
| Sugar | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
* All above for your reference only *
