Green Split Peas vs. Red Lentils (Split Masoor Dal)
Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 10 key differences identified.
Green split peas are mature green field peas peeled and split along their natural seam. Per 100g dry, they deliver 341 kcal, 60.4g carbohydrates (25.5g fiber), 24.6g protein, and 1.16g fat with an ultra-low glycemic index of 25.
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 | ||
|---|---|---|
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Energy / Calories
|
341 kcal | 358 kcal |
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Protein
|
24.6 g | 23.9 g |
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Carbohydrates
|
60.4 g | 63.4 g |
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Dietary Fiber
|
25.5 g | 10.8 g |
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Net Carbohydrates
|
34.9 g | 52.6 g |
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Total Fat
|
1.16 g | 2.17 g |
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Iron (Non-Heme)
|
4.43 mg | 7.54 mg |
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Potassium
|
981 mg | 905 mg |
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PDCAAS Amino Score
|
0.73 | 0.70 |
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Glycemic Index (GI)
|
25 (Ultra-Low) | 26 (Ultra-Low) |