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Side-by-Side Comparison Beans, Lentils & Pulses

Black Beans (Black Turtle) vs. Mung Beans (Green Gram)

Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 10 key differences identified.

Comparing:
Black Beans (Black Turtle)
Mung Beans (Green Gram)

Black beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) are rich in anthocyanin antioxidants. Per 100g dry, they deliver 341 kcal, 62.4g carbohydrates (15.2g fiber), 21.6g protein, 1.42g fat, and 5.0mg iron with a low glycemic index of 30.

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Mung beans (Vigna radiata) are small green legumes. Per 100g dry, they deliver 347 kcal, 62.6g carbohydrates (16.3g fiber), 23.9g protein, and 1.15g fat with exceptional digestibility and an ultra-low glycemic index of 25.

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Specification Comparison Table

10 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Energy / Calories
341 kcal 347 kcal
Protein
21.6 g 23.9 g
Carbohydrates
62.4 g 62.6 g
Dietary Fiber
15.2 g 16.3 g
Net Carbohydrates
47.2 g 46.3 g
Total Fat
1.42 g 1.15 g
Iron (Non-Heme)
5.02 mg 6.74 mg
Potassium
1483 mg 1246 mg
PDCAAS Amino Score
0.75 0.74
Glycemic Index (GI)
30 (Low) 25 (Ultra-Low)