Brown / Green Lentils (Whole) vs. Soybeans (Mature Dry)
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.
Soybeans (Glycine max) are oilseed legumes containing complete plant protein. Per 100g dry, they provide 446 kcal, 36.5g complete protein, 19.9g healthy lipids, 30.2g carbohydrates (9.3g fiber), and a near-perfect PDCAAS score of 0.95–1.0.
Specification Comparison Table
10 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
|
Energy / Calories
|
353 kcal | 446 kcal |
|
Protein
|
24.6 g | 36.5 g |
|
Carbohydrates
|
60.1 g | 30.2 g |
|
Dietary Fiber
|
30.5 g | 9.3 g |
|
Net Carbohydrates
|
29.6 g | 20.9 g |
|
Total Fat
|
1.06 g | 19.9 g |
|
Iron (Non-Heme)
|
6.51 mg | 15.7 mg |
|
Potassium
|
677 mg | 1797 mg |
|
PDCAAS Amino Score
|
0.72 | 0.98 (Complete Protein) |
|
Glycemic Index (GI)
|
29 (Low) | 16 (Ultra-Low) |