Legumes, Nuts, and Seeds / Beans
Pigeon pea pod, boiled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 84kcal / 2530kcal (3%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 5.6 g/ 71g (7%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.3 g/ 42g (0.71%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 14.7 g/ 348g (4%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.2 mg/ 1mg (16%) source |
Vit B2 | 0.07 mg/ 1mg (5%) |
Vit B3 | 0.9 mg NE/ 16mg NE (5%) |
Vit C | 11 mg/ 70mg (15%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 48 mg/ 750mg (6%) |
Phosphorus | 105 mg/ 700mg (15%) |
Iron | 0.7 mg/ 12mg (5%) |
Sodium | 8 mg/ 1500mg (0.53%) very low |
What is this food?
Boiled pigeon pea pod (also called “toyo/toyo-tokwa” style pods in some areas), a legume vegetable eaten as a side or snack. For 100g, it’s about 84 kcal and provides carbohydrates plus a good amount of fiber.
Why it matters to health
Pigeon pea pods are filling because they have dietary fiber (5.5g per 100g), which helps support regular digestion and helps you feel satisfied between meals. They also provide carbohydrates (14.7g) and sugar (7.8g), so pairing with protein and healthy fats (like fish, eggs, or nuts) can make your meals more balanced. On the sodium side, it’s relatively low (8mg per 100g), which is helpful for everyday eating. It has very low fat (0.3g) and no cholesterol, making it a light option for snacks or as a veggie side.
Healthier tips
- Use it as a fiber-rich side for lunch or dinner, or as a snack portion (about 1/2 to 1 cup, depending on your appetite).
- Pair with lean protein (egg, fish, chicken, tofu) to balance your plate and keep you full longer.
- If you add seasoning, go easy on salty sauces; keep it flavorful with herbs, calamansi, garlic, and spices.
- Because it has carbs and natural sugar, avoid making it your only food—combine with other food groups across your 3 meals + 1–2 snacks day.
Common Filipino dishes
Kadyos (beans) with rice, Ginataang kalabasa at kadyos, Pinakbet with kadyos, Kare-kare with kadyos, Sinigang with kadyos
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