Legume, Vegetable | Vegan Vegetarian Gluten Free High Fiber

Green Peas

Pisum sativum Allergen-Free
green peas

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Fabaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Global
  • Seasonality Spring-Summer (fresh), Year-Round (frozen)
  • Source Pea plant

¿Qué es Green Peas?

Small, spherical legumes, typically sweet and starchy, widely used fresh, frozen, or canned in various cuisines.

"The humble green pea, a tiny burst of sweet freshness, proves its might in elevating dishes from simple sides to gourmet creations."

¿A qué sabe Green Peas?

Sweet, starchy, earthy

Taste
Sweet, fresh, earthy, starchy
Texture
Tender, slightly starchy, pop when bitten
Aroma
Fresh, green, slightly sweet
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Global Cultivation

One of oldest cultivated crops

Protein Content

5g per 100g (cooked)

Quick Cooking Time

2-5 minutes (fresh/frozen)

Información Nutricional

Per 80g (1/2 cup cooked)
Calories81 kcal
Total Fat0.4 g
Saturated Fat0.1 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein5.4 g
Total Carbohydrate14.5 g
Dietary Fiber5.1 g
Total Sugars5.7 g
Calcium25 mg
Iron1.5 mg
Potassium244 mg

El Secreto del Chef

Avoid overcooking green peas; they lose their vibrant color and delicate sweetness quickly. A quick blanch or steam is usually sufficient.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Green Peas

El mejor sustituto para Green Peas es Lima Beans (Baby), usado en una proporción de 1:1. Similar starchy yet creamy texture and mild, slightly earthy flavor, good for side dishes or stews.

Sustitutos para Green Peas con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Lima Beans (Baby) Mejor 1:1 Similar starchy yet creamy texture and mild, slightly earthy flavor, good for side dishes or stews.
Edamame (Shelled) 1:1 Offers a similar green color and tender-crisp bite, with a slightly nuttier flavor profile.
Fava Beans (Shelled) 1:1 Requires peeling after blanching, but provides a creamy, slightly bitter, and earthy alternative.
Snap Peas (Chopped) 1:1 Can be chopped and added for a sweet, crunchy green element, though not a direct texture match.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Green Peas

  1. For fresh, choose firm, plump pods.
  2. Frozen peas are an excellent convenient option, often picked at peak sweetness.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Green Peas?

  • Mint
  • butter
  • lemon
  • bacon
  • ham
  • cream
  • mushrooms
  • rice
  • pasta.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Green Peas?

Sweet, starchy, earthy Fresh, green, slightly sweet

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Green Peas?

El mejor sustituto es Lima Beans (Baby) (1:1). Similar starchy yet creamy texture and mild, slightly earthy flavor, good for side dishes or stews.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Green Peas?

For fresh, choose firm, plump pods. Frozen peas are an excellent convenient option, often picked at peak sweetness.

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