Brown / Green Lentils (Whole) vs. Navy Beans (Haricot / White)
Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 10 key differences identified.
Whole brown and green lentils retain their protective seed coat. Per 100g dry, they deliver 353 kcal, 60.1g carbohydrates (30.5g total fiber / dietary prebiotic), 24.6g protein, and 1.06g fat with a low glycemic index of 29.
Navy beans are small, oval white legumes historically supplied to the US Navy. Per 100g dry, they provide 337 kcal, 60.8g carbohydrates (15.3g fiber), 22.3g protein, 1.5g fat, and a massive 24% DV of dietary magnesium.
Specification Comparison Table
10 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
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Energy / Calories
|
353 kcal | 337 kcal |
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Protein
|
24.6 g | 22.3 g |
|
Carbohydrates
|
60.1 g | 60.8 g |
|
Dietary Fiber
|
30.5 g | 15.3 g |
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Net Carbohydrates
|
29.6 g | 45.5 g |
|
Total Fat
|
1.06 g | 1.50 g |
|
Iron (Non-Heme)
|
6.51 mg | 5.49 mg |
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Potassium
|
677 mg | 1185 mg |
|
PDCAAS Amino Score
|
0.72 | 0.75 |
|
Glycemic Index (GI)
|
29 (Low) | 31 (Low) |