Red Lentils (Split Masoor Dal) vs. Yellow Split Peas
Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 10 key differences identified.
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.
Yellow split peas (Pisum sativum) are husked, split dried field peas. Per 100g dry, they provide 341 kcal, 60.4g carbohydrates (25.5g fiber), 24.6g protein, and 1.16g fat with a low glycemic index of 25.
Specification Comparison Table
10 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
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Energy / Calories
|
358 kcal | 341 kcal |
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Protein
|
23.9 g | 24.6 g |
|
Carbohydrates
|
63.4 g | 60.4 g |
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Dietary Fiber
|
10.8 g | 25.5 g |
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Net Carbohydrates
|
52.6 g | 34.9 g |
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Total Fat
|
2.17 g | 1.16 g |
|
Iron (Non-Heme)
|
7.54 mg | 4.43 mg |
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Potassium
|
905 mg | 981 mg |
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PDCAAS Amino Score
|
0.70 | 0.73 |
|
Glycemic Index (GI)
|
26 (Ultra-Low) | 25 (Ultra-Low) |