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Side-by-Side Comparison Beans, Lentils & Pulses

Mung Beans (Green Gram) vs. Red Lentils (Split Masoor Dal)

Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 9 key differences identified.

Comparing:
Mung Beans (Green Gram)
Red Lentils (Split Masoor Dal)

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.

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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
347 kcal 358 kcal
Protein
23.9 g 23.9 g
Carbohydrates
62.6 g 63.4 g
Dietary Fiber
16.3 g 10.8 g
Net Carbohydrates
46.3 g 52.6 g
Total Fat
1.15 g 2.17 g
Iron (Non-Heme)
6.74 mg 7.54 mg
Potassium
1246 mg 905 mg
PDCAAS Amino Score
0.74 0.70
Glycemic Index (GI)
25 (Ultra-Low) 26 (Ultra-Low)