Green peas, frozen, cooked with butter or margarine: Calories, Macros, 22 Vitamins & 11 Minerals (USDA Per 100g)
Convenient frozen green peas, cooked and then tossed with melted butter or margarine for a quick, comforting, and delicious side. --- RECIPE --- Servings: 2-3 Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients: - 1 (10 ounce) bag frozen green peas - 1/4 cup water - 2 tablespoons butter or margarine - Salt to taste - Black pepper to taste Instructions: 1. Combine frozen peas and water in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender. 2. Drain any excess water. Add butter or margarine, salt, and pepper to the hot peas. 3. Stir until butter/margarine is melted and peas are evenly coated. Serve immediately.
Per 100g reference serving, Green peas, frozen, cooked with butter or margarine provides 95 kcal of energy, 5g protein (21% of calories), 13.8g total carbohydrates (57% of calories, including 4.4g dietary fiber and 4.27g sugars), and 2.45g total fat (22% of calories).
Vitamins Profile in Green peas, frozen, cooked with butter or margarine (Per 100g)
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| Vitamin / Bioactive | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 9.6 mg | 10.7% DV |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 124 µg | 13.8% DV |
| Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) | 0.24 mg | 1.6% DV |
| Vitamin K (Phylloquinone) | 24.5 µg | 20.4% DV |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.274 mg | 22.8% DV |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.097 mg | 7.5% DV |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 1.43 mg | 9% DV |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 0.142 mg | 8.4% DV |
| Total Folate (Vitamin B9) | 57 µg | 14.2% DV |
| Folate (Dietary Folate Equivalents) | 57 µg | 14.2% DV |
| Natural Food Folate | 57 µg | 14.2% DV |
| Choline | 27.1 mg | 4.9% DV |
| Preformed Retinol | 22 µg | 2.4% DV |
| Beta-Carotene | 1220 µg | 33.9% DV |
| Alpha-Carotene | 19 µg | 1.6% DV |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin | 2323 µg | 23.2% DV |
Minerals & Electrolytes in Green peas, frozen, cooked with butter or margarine (Per 100g)
Electrolyte ratios (potassium-to-sodium, calcium-to-magnesium) and trace minerals (iron, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese) determine cellular hydration, oxygen transport, and thyroid function.
| Mineral / Electrolyte | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Iron (Fe) | 1.47 mg | 8.2% DV |
| Calcium (Ca) | 24 mg | 1.8% DV |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 21 mg | 5% DV |
| Potassium (K) | 107 mg | 2.3% DV |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.65 mg | 5.9% DV |
| Selenium (Se) | 1 µg | 1.8% DV |
| Phosphorus (P) | 75 mg | 6% DV |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.102 mg | 11.3% DV |
| Sodium (Na) | 199 mg | 8.7% DV |
Fatty Acids, Omega-3s & Sterols (Per 100g)
| Lipid / Fatty Acid | Amount per 100g | % Reference Target |
|---|---|---|
| Omega-3 ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) | 0.059 g | 3.7% DV |
| Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 PUFA) | 0.412 g | 2.9% DV |
| Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA) | 0.599 g | 2% DV |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) | 0.47 g | 2.4% DV |
| Saturated Fat (SFA) | 0.991 g | 5% DV |
| Dietary Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1.3% DV |
Essential Amino Acids & BCAAs (Per 100g)
| Amino Acid | Amount per 100g | % Daily Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Trace / Not significant per 100g serving | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
100 grams of Green peas, frozen, cooked with butter or margarine contains 95 calories (kcal), 5g of protein, 13.8g of carbohydrates (4.4g fiber, 4.27g total sugars), and 2.45g of total fat according to the USDA Standard Reference dataset in Wise Eating.
Green peas, frozen, cooked with butter or margarine has an estimated food pH of 6.5 and a Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) score of 2.12 mEq/100g, classifying it as Acid-Forming (Positive PRAL).
Allergen tags for Green peas, frozen, cooked with butter or margarine: Soybeans, Milk. In Wise Eating's WHO-aligned pediatric feeding database, the minimum age guideline is 6+ months with age-appropriate preparation.
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