Brown / Green Lentils (Whole) vs. Mung Beans (Green Gram)
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.
Mung beans (Vigna radiata) are small green legumes. Per 100g dry, they deliver 347 kcal, 62.6g carbohydrates (16.3g fiber), 23.9g protein, and 1.15g fat with exceptional digestibility and an ultra-low glycemic index of 25.
Specification Comparison Table
10 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
|
Energy / Calories
|
353 kcal | 347 kcal |
|
Protein
|
24.6 g | 23.9 g |
|
Carbohydrates
|
60.1 g | 62.6 g |
|
Dietary Fiber
|
30.5 g | 16.3 g |
|
Net Carbohydrates
|
29.6 g | 46.3 g |
|
Total Fat
|
1.06 g | 1.15 g |
|
Iron (Non-Heme)
|
6.51 mg | 6.74 mg |
|
Potassium
|
677 mg | 1246 mg |
|
PDCAAS Amino Score
|
0.72 | 0.74 |
|
Glycemic Index (GI)
|
29 (Low) | 25 (Ultra-Low) |