Side-by-Side Comparison
Beans, Lentils & Pulses
Brown / Green Lentils (Whole) vs. Red Lentils (Split Masoor Dal)
Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 10 key differences identified.
Comparing:
Brown / Green Lentils (Whole)
Red Lentils (Split Masoor Dal)
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.
Red lentils (Lens culinaris) are hulled, split seeds that cook rapidly without pre-soaking. Per 100g dry, they provide 358 kcal, 63.4g carbohydrates (10.8g fiber), 23.9g protein, and 2.17g fat with a low glycemic index of 26.
Specification Comparison Table
10 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
|
Energy / Calories
|
353 kcal | 358 kcal |
|
Protein
|
24.6 g | 23.9 g |
|
Carbohydrates
|
60.1 g | 63.4 g |
|
Dietary Fiber
|
30.5 g | 10.8 g |
|
Net Carbohydrates
|
29.6 g | 52.6 g |
|
Total Fat
|
1.06 g | 2.17 g |
|
Iron (Non-Heme)
|
6.51 mg | 7.54 mg |
|
Potassium
|
677 mg | 905 mg |
|
PDCAAS Amino Score
|
0.72 | 0.70 |
|
Glycemic Index (GI)
|
29 (Low) | 26 (Ultra-Low) |
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