High-Protein Legumes Guide

Black-Eyed Peas is classified as Allowed on High-Protein, with 7.2g protein per 100g. This means it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. It also contains 7.2g protein and 7g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 12 items in this category, black-eyed peas sits at the low end for protein — next closest is Hummus at 7.8g.

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Canned Beans is classified as Allowed on High-Protein, with 8.3g protein per 100g. This means it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. It also contains 8.3g protein and 7.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Hummus and Pinto Beans for protein, ranking 4 of 12.

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Chickpeas is classified as Allowed on High-Protein, with 20.5g protein per 100g. The classification reflects that it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 20.5g protein and 6g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Soybeans and Navy Beans for protein, ranking 8 of 12.

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Hummus is classified as Allowed on High-Protein, with 7.8g protein per 100g. This means it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. It also contains 7.8g protein and 17.8g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 12 items in this category, hummus sits at the low end for protein — next closest is Canned Beans at 8.3g.

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With 24.6g protein per 100g, Lentils earns a Allowed classification on High-Protein. It is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. Beyond the primary classification, lentils also provides 24.6g protein and 10.7g fiber per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for protein. The nearest lower option is Mung Beans at 23.9g.

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At 6.8g protein per 100g, Lima Beans falls into the Allowed category under High-Protein guidelines. It is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. Beyond the primary classification, lima beans also provides 6.8g protein and 4.9g fiber per 100g. Among the 12 items in this category, lima beans sits at the low end for protein — next closest is Black-Eyed Peas at 7.2g.

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Mung Beans is classified as Allowed on High-Protein, with 23.9g protein per 100g. This means it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. It also contains 23.9g protein and 16.3g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for protein. The nearest lower option is Navy Beans at 22.3g.

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Navy Beans is classified as Allowed on High-Protein, with 22.3g protein per 100g. The classification reflects that it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 22.3g protein and 15.3g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Chickpeas and Mung Beans for protein, ranking 9 of 12.

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At 25.1g protein per 100g, Peanut Butter falls into the Allowed category under High-Protein guidelines. The classification reflects that it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 25.1g protein and 50.4g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for protein. The nearest lower option is Lentils at 24.6g.

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With 8.4g protein per 100g, Pinto Beans earns a Allowed classification on High-Protein. It is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. Beyond the primary classification, pinto beans also provides 8.4g protein and 7.1g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Canned Beans and White Beans for protein, ranking 5 of 12.

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With 13g protein per 100g, Soybeans earns a Allowed classification on High-Protein. It is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. Beyond the primary classification, soybeans also provides 13g protein and 6.8g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between White Beans and Chickpeas for protein, ranking 7 of 12.

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White Beans is classified as Allowed on High-Protein, with 9g protein per 100g. The classification reflects that it is protein-dense enough to contribute meaningfully toward a daily protein target. Nutritionally, it also delivers 9g protein and 6.8g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Pinto Beans and Soybeans for protein, ranking 6 of 12.

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