Guide

Yes, peas have protein, but they’re a mixed food with carbs too, so pea type and portion size shape the payoff.

Peas count as both: they’re a starchy carbohydrate food that also provides a solid dose of plant protein.

Green peas are mostly carbs, with a solid dose of plant protein in each serving.

Yes, peanuts are protein-rich for a snack food, with about 7 g of protein per 1 oz (28 g) serving.

Peanuts are a protein-rich food: 1 oz (28 g) has about 7 g of protein, plus fiber and unsaturated fats.

Pears aren’t high in protein; a medium pear has about 0.6 g, so treat pears as a fruit, not a protein food.

Peanuts are mostly fat, with more protein than carbs by grams, while most of their calories come from fat.

Peanuts are both, but they’re higher in protein than carbs, and most calories come from fat.

Peanuts bring more fat than protein by grams, yet a small handful still adds a solid protein hit for its size.

Yes, peanuts are good for protein, giving about 7 g per 1 oz, plus filling fats and fiber that help a snack stick.