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How much fiber is in split peas?
Split Peas have 8.1 g of fiber per 1/2 cup cooked (98 g). That is 29% of the daily value and a very high amount for a legume.
Soluble vs insoluble
The split is approximate and comes from USDA SR Legacy analyses where available. Soluble fiber dissolves into a gel and is the type most linked to cholesterol and blood sugar effects. Insoluble fiber adds bulk and keeps things moving.
About split peas and fiber
Split peas cook into a thick soup without blending and carry more than 8 grams of fiber per half cup, almost all of it insoluble. A full bowl of split pea soup is usually a cup or more, so double the number.
How split peas compares to other legumes
Per typical serving. The highest legume in the database is navy beans at 9.6 g.
| Food | Serving | Fiber | Per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navy Beans | 1/2 cup cooked | 9.6 g | 10.5 g | 34% |
| White Beans | 1/2 cup cooked | 9.3 g | 10.3 g | 33% |
| Split Peas | 1/2 cup cooked | 8.1 g | 8.3 g | 29% |
| Lentils | 1/2 cup cooked | 7.8 g | 7.9 g | 28% |
| Mung Beans | 1/2 cup cooked | 7.7 g | 7.6 g | 28% |
| Pinto Beans | 1/2 cup cooked | 7.7 g | 9 g | 28% |
| Black Beans | 1/2 cup cooked | 7.5 g | 8.7 g | 27% |
Servings to reach a daily goal
servings of split peas to reach 25 g, the adequate intake for adult women
servings of split peas to reach 38 g, the adequate intake for adult men
Nobody should get all their fiber from one food. Gut bacteria respond to variety, and the fiber calculator shows a mixed day that reaches your number.
USDA entries for split peas
Grams of fiber per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central (snapshot 2026-10-11). Different preparations and varieties explain the spread.
| USDA description | Fiber / 100 g | Soluble | Insoluble |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peas, green, split, mature seeds, raw | 22.2 g | – | – |
| Split peas, from dried, fat added | 7.7 g | – | – |
| Peas, split, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt | 8.3 g | – | – |
| Split peas, from dried, no added fat | 8.2 g | – | – |
| Peas, split, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, with salt | 8.3 g | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
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Values are per typical serving from USDA FoodData Central and standard references, rounded to one decimal. Actual fiber varies with variety, ripeness, and preparation. This is general nutrition information, not medical advice.