DASH Legumes Guide
12 items classified under standard DASH guidelines.
This guide covers all 12 legumes classified under DASH guidelines. DASH evaluates foods primarily by sodium content and DASH serving targets, which determines how each item in this category is classified.
Legumes are universally compatible with DASH. Each item listed here is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. The entries below break down the specific nutritional profile so you can choose based on your individual targets — calories, macros, or micronutrients that matter for your goals.
Quick Reference
| Food | Status | Sodium (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Black-Eyed Peas | Allowed | 220mg |
| Canned Beans | Allowed | 217mg |
| Chickpeas | Allowed | 24mg |
| Hummus | Allowed | 426mg |
| Lentils | Allowed | 6mg |
| Lima Beans | Allowed | 8mg |
| Mung Beans | Allowed | 15mg |
| Navy Beans | Allowed | 5mg |
| Peanut Butter | Allowed | 459mg |
| Pinto Beans | Allowed | 217mg |
| Soybeans | Allowed | 15mg |
| White Beans | Allowed | 221mg |
Classification Breakdown
12 Allowed — These legumes are a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins.
DASH works through lower sodium and higher potassium, magnesium, and calcium from produce, dairy, and legumes.
Allowed Legumes (12)
Black-Eyed Peas
AllowedWith 220mg sodium per 100g, Black-Eyed Peas earns a Allowed classification on DASH. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 7.2g protein and 7g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Pinto Beans and White Beans for sodium, ranking 9 of 12.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Canned Beans
AllowedCanned Beans is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 217mg sodium per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 8.3g protein and 7.1g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Chickpeas and Pinto Beans for sodium, ranking 7 of 12.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Chickpeas
AllowedAt 24mg sodium per 100g, Chickpeas falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. It is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Beyond the primary classification, chickpeas also provides 20.5g protein and 6g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Soybeans and Canned Beans for sodium, ranking 6 of 12.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | 378kcal | 20.5g | 6g | 63g | 24mg |
| Cooked (boiled) | 164kcal | 8.9g | 2.6g | 27.4g | 243mg |
| Canned | 139kcal | 7.1g | 2.5g | 22.6g | 270mg |
Hummus
AllowedHummus is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 426mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 7.8g protein and 17.8g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is White Beans at 221mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Lentils
AllowedAt 6mg sodium per 100g, Lentils falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 24.6g protein and 10.7g fiber per serving. Among the 12 items in this category, lentils sits at the low end for sodium — next closest is Lima Beans at 8mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | 352kcal | 24.6g | 1.1g | 63.4g | 6mg |
| Cooked (boiled) | 114kcal | 9g | 0.4g | 19.5g | 238mg |
Lima Beans
AllowedLima Beans is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 8mg sodium per 100g. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. 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 sodium — next closest is Mung Beans at 15mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Mung Beans
AllowedAt 15mg sodium per 100g, Mung Beans falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 23.9g protein and 16.3g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Lima Beans and Soybeans for sodium, ranking 4 of 12.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Peanut Butter
AllowedPeanut Butter is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 459mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. It also contains 25.1g protein and 50.4g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Hummus at 426mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smooth | 598kcal | 22.2g | 51.4g | 22.3g | 17mg |
| Smooth (no salt) | 598kcal | 22.2g | 51.4g | 22.3g | 17mg |
Pinto Beans
AllowedPinto Beans is classified as Allowed on DASH, with 217mg sodium per 100g. This means it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. 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 Black-Eyed Peas for sodium, ranking 8 of 12.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | 62kcal | 5.3g | 0.9g | 11.6g | 153mg |
| Cooked (boiled) | 143kcal | 9g | 0.7g | 26.2g | 238mg |
Soybeans
AllowedAt 15mg sodium per 100g, Soybeans falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 13g protein and 6.8g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Mung Beans and Chickpeas for sodium, ranking 5 of 12.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
White Beans
AllowedAt 221mg sodium per 100g, White Beans falls into the Allowed category under DASH guidelines. The classification reflects that it is a regular part of the DASH pattern — vegetables, fruit, whole grains, low-fat dairy, nuts, legumes, or lean proteins. Nutritionally, it also delivers 9g protein and 6.8g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for sodium. The nearest lower option is Black-Eyed Peas at 220mg.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central