Side-by-Side Comparison
Beans, Lentils & Pulses
Kidney Beans (Dark Red) vs. Red Lentils (Split Masoor Dal)
Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 10 key differences identified.
Comparing:
Kidney Beans (Dark Red)
Red Lentils (Split Masoor Dal)
Kidney beans are large, kidney-shaped legumes rich in iron, folate, and resistant starch. Per 100g dry, they deliver 333 kcal, 60.0g carbohydrates (15.2g fiber), 23.6g protein, and 0.83g fat with a low glycemic index of 24.
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
|
333 kcal | 358 kcal |
|
Protein
|
23.6 g | 23.9 g |
|
Carbohydrates
|
60.0 g | 63.4 g |
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Dietary Fiber
|
15.2 g | 10.8 g |
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Net Carbohydrates
|
44.8 g | 52.6 g |
|
Total Fat
|
0.83 g | 2.17 g |
|
Iron (Non-Heme)
|
8.28 mg | 7.54 mg |
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Potassium
|
1406 mg | 905 mg |
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PDCAAS Amino Score
|
0.74 | 0.70 |
|
Glycemic Index (GI)
|
24 (Ultra-Low) | 26 (Ultra-Low) |
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