Black Beans (cooked)
8.9gprotein / 100g132 cal · 0.5g fat · $ · Quality 0.6
Chickpeas (cooked)
8.9gprotein / 100g164 cal · 2.6g fat · $ · Quality 0.65
Black Beans (cooked) edges out Chickpeas (cooked) by less than half a gram of protein per 100g (8.9g vs 8.9g) — statistically a wash for practical meal planning.
Quality flips the other way, though: Chickpeas (cooked) has the stronger amino acid profile (incomplete on its own — low in methionine, pairs well with grains) versus Black Beans (cooked)'s incomplete on its own — low in methionine, pairs well with grains.
Cost is roughly comparable between the two ($), so budget isn't the deciding factor here.
These two are closer than the comparison headline suggests. Either Black Beans (cooked) or Chickpeas (cooked) works well in most contexts — let cost, prep time, and personal preference decide rather than the macros.
Full nutrition comparison
| Per 100g | Black Beans (cooked) | Chickpeas (cooked) |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 8.9g | 8.9g |
| Calories | 132 | 164 |
| Fat | 0.5g | 2.6g |
| Carbs | 23.7g | 27.4g |
| Fiber | 8.7g | 7.6g |
| Quality score | 0.6 | 0.65 |
| Relative cost | $ | $ |
| Prep time | 90 min | 90 min |
Frequently asked
Which has more protein, black beans (cooked) or chickpeas (cooked)?
Black Beans (cooked) has 8.9g of protein per 100g compared to Chickpeas (cooked)'s 8.9g.
Which is lower in calories?
Black Beans (cooked) is lower in calories per 100g, at 132 vs the other's 164.