# item.guide
Side-by-Side Comparison Beans, Lentils & Pulses

Black Beans (Black Turtle) vs. Red Lentils (Split Masoor Dal)

Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 10 key differences identified.

Comparing:
Black Beans (Black Turtle)
Red Lentils (Split Masoor Dal)

Black beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) are rich in anthocyanin antioxidants. Per 100g dry, they deliver 341 kcal, 62.4g carbohydrates (15.2g fiber), 21.6g protein, 1.42g fat, and 5.0mg iron with a low glycemic index of 30.

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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.

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Specification Comparison Table

10 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Energy / Calories
341 kcal 358 kcal
Protein
21.6 g 23.9 g
Carbohydrates
62.4 g 63.4 g
Dietary Fiber
15.2 g 10.8 g
Net Carbohydrates
47.2 g 52.6 g
Total Fat
1.42 g 2.17 g
Iron (Non-Heme)
5.02 mg 7.54 mg
Potassium
1483 mg 905 mg
PDCAAS Amino Score
0.75 0.70
Glycemic Index (GI)
30 (Low) 26 (Ultra-Low)