Peas vs Pinto Beans – Which is Healthier?

Our Verdict

When comparing peas to pinto beans, we picked the beans.

Why?

In terms of macros, pinto beans have notably more fiber, carbs, and protein, winning easily in this first category.

In the category of vitamins, peas have more of vitamins B1, B2, B3, C, and K, while pinto beans have more of vitamins B5, B6, B7, B9, and E, for a 5:5 tie here.

Looking at minerals, peas have more zinc, while pinto beans have more calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, and selenium, winning by a country mile.

Adding up the sections makes for a clear overall win for pinto beans, but by all means do enjoy either or both, as diversity is best!

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Enjoy!