Alkaline Legumes Guide
12 items classified under standard Alkaline guidelines.
How do legumes fare on the Alkaline diet? The answer depends on PRAL score (potential renal acid load). This guide breaks down all 12 items in this category with their classification, nutritional data, and the reasoning behind each status.
Good news for Alkaline followers: all legumes fit the diet. These foods are alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. The nutrition details below help you compare within the category to find the best options for your specific needs.
Quick Reference
| Food | Status | Calories (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Black-Eyed Peas | Allowed | 166kcal |
| Canned Beans | Allowed | 189kcal |
| Chickpeas | Allowed | 378kcal |
| Hummus | Allowed | 237kcal |
| Lentils | Allowed | 352kcal |
| Lima Beans | Allowed | 113kcal |
| Mung Beans | Allowed | 347kcal |
| Navy Beans | Allowed | 337kcal |
| Peanut Butter | Allowed | 588kcal |
| Pinto Beans | Allowed | 191kcal |
| Soybeans | Allowed | 147kcal |
| White Beans | Allowed | 188kcal |
Classification Breakdown
12 Allowed — These legumes are alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants.
Blood pH does not change with food, but the eating pattern — produce-forward, low in processed food — is defensible on its own merits.
Allowed Legumes (12)
Black-Eyed Peas
AllowedWith 166kcal calories per 100g, Black-Eyed Peas earns a Allowed classification on Alkaline. It is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. Beyond the primary classification, black-eyed peas also provides 7.2g protein and 7g fat per 100g. Among the 12 items in this category, black-eyed peas sits at the low end for calories — next closest is White Beans at 188kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Canned Beans
AllowedWith 189kcal calories per 100g, Canned Beans earns a Allowed classification on Alkaline. This means it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. It also contains 8.3g protein and 7.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between White Beans and Pinto Beans for calories, ranking 5 of 12.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Chickpeas
AllowedAt 378kcal calories per 100g, Chickpeas falls into the Allowed category under Alkaline guidelines. It is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. Beyond the primary classification, chickpeas also provides 20.5g protein and 6g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Lentils at 352kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | 378kcal | 20.5g | 6g | 63g | 12.2g |
| Cooked (boiled) | 164kcal | 8.9g | 2.6g | 27.4g | 7.6g |
| Canned | 139kcal | 7.1g | 2.5g | 22.6g | 5.4g |
Hummus
AllowedWith 237kcal calories per 100g, Hummus earns a Allowed classification on Alkaline. It is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. Beyond the primary classification, hummus also provides 7.8g protein and 17.8g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Pinto Beans and Navy Beans for calories, ranking 7 of 12.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Lentils
AllowedWith 352kcal calories per 100g, Lentils earns a Allowed classification on Alkaline. This means it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. It also contains 24.6g protein and 10.7g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Mung Beans at 347kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | 352kcal | 24.6g | 1.1g | 63.4g | 10.7g |
| Cooked (boiled) | 114kcal | 9g | 0.4g | 19.5g | 7.9g |
Lima Beans
AllowedAt 113kcal calories per 100g, Lima Beans falls into the Allowed category under Alkaline guidelines. The classification reflects that it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. Nutritionally, it also delivers 6.8g protein and 4.9g fiber per serving. Among the 12 items in this category, lima beans sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Soybeans at 147kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Mung Beans
AllowedMung Beans is classified as Allowed on Alkaline, with 347kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. Nutritionally, it also delivers 23.9g protein and 16.3g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Navy Beans and Lentils for calories, ranking 9 of 12.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Peanut Butter
AllowedAt 588kcal calories per 100g, Peanut Butter falls into the Allowed category under Alkaline guidelines. It is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. Beyond the primary classification, peanut butter also provides 25.1g protein and 50.4g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Chickpeas at 378kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smooth | 598kcal | 22.2g | 51.4g | 22.3g | 5g |
| Smooth (no salt) | 598kcal | 22.2g | 51.4g | 22.3g | 5g |
Pinto Beans
AllowedWith 191kcal calories per 100g, Pinto Beans earns a Allowed classification on Alkaline. This means it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. It also contains 8.4g protein and 7.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Canned Beans and Hummus for calories, ranking 6 of 12.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | 62kcal | 5.3g | 0.9g | 11.6g | — |
| Cooked (boiled) | 143kcal | 9g | 0.7g | 26.2g | 9g |
Soybeans
AllowedWith 147kcal calories per 100g, Soybeans earns a Allowed classification on Alkaline. This means it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. It also contains 13g protein and 6.8g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 12 items in this category, soybeans sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Black-Eyed Peas at 166kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
White Beans
AllowedWhite Beans is classified as Allowed on Alkaline, with 188kcal calories per 100g. This means it is alkaline-forming after metabolism — typically vegetables, fruit, or potassium-rich plants. It also contains 9g protein and 6.8g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Black-Eyed Peas and Canned Beans for calories, ranking 4 of 12.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central