Bell Pepper vs Peas: Which Is Better for Kidneys?

Q: Which has more phosphorus, bell pepper or peas?

Per 100 g, bell pepper contains 26 mg and peas contains 108 mg of phosphorus.

Q: Is bell pepper or peas better for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, bell pepper is rated kidney-friendly and peas is rated kidney-friendly. Ratings reflect mineral load per 100 g only — individual advice should come from your healthcare team.

Q: What is the main difference for a CKD diet?

The largest difference is phosphorus: bell pepper sits at 3% of the daily limit versus 11% for peas. See each food page for the full mineral profile.

Side by side, Bell Pepper (Kidney-friendly) and Peas (Kidney-friendly) differ most in Phosphorus: Bell Pepper has 26 mg, Peas has 108 mg. If you are choosing between them, Bell Pepper leaves more room in the daily allowance — the Phosphorus gap is 3% versus 11%.

Bell Pepper
Kidney-friendly Peas
Kidney-friendly

Phosphorus

26 mg

108 mg

11%

Sodium

4 mg

<1%

5 mg

<1%

Potassium

211 mg

11%

244 mg

12%

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Frequently asked questions

Which has more phosphorus, bell pepper or peas?

Per 100 g, bell pepper contains 26 mg and peas contains 108 mg of phosphorus.

Is bell pepper or peas better for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, bell pepper is rated kidney-friendly and peas is rated kidney-friendly. Ratings reflect mineral load per 100 g only — individual advice should come from your healthcare team.

What is the main difference for a CKD diet?

The largest difference is phosphorus: bell pepper sits at 3% of the daily limit versus 11% for peas. See each food page for the full mineral profile.