Tag: Processed peas

According to product listings from brands like Sysco and Batchelors, most processed peas contain peas, water, sugar, salt, and various food colorants. This simple list of ingredients, however, often contains subtle variations depending on the type of pea and the desired final product, such as traditional mushy peas.

According to research published in the journal *Foods*, peas offer many potential health benefits, including anti-cancer, anti-obesity, and cardio-protective effects. But as many ponder the impact of preparation, the question remains: are processed peas good for you?

Over 90% of the world's peas are sold processed—either frozen, canned, or dried—rather than fresh. This raises a common question: **Are processed peas healthy** and do they retain the nutritional benefits of their fresh counterparts?

According to Tesco's product information, a 300g tin of Batchelors Bigga Marrowfat Processed Peas contains approximately 85 calories per 100g of drained peas. This means that the total number of calories in a tin of bigga peas depends on its drained weight, not the overall can size.

Despite their similar appearance and UK popularity, mushy peas are not the same as processed peas. While both are made from mature, dried marrowfat peas, the distinct cooking and preparation methods create two different products in terms of taste, texture, and application.

According to nutritional data, a typical two-tablespoon serving (around 40g) of canned, reheated mushy peas contains approximately 32 calories. However, this number can vary depending on whether the peas are homemade, tinned, or processed, and what ingredients are added.