Legumes, Nuts, and Seeds / Beans
Mung bean seed, fresh
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 40% |
| Calories | 119kcal / 2530kcal (4%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 7.7 g/ 71g (10%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.2 g/ 42g (0.48%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 21.6 g/ 348g (6%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.25 mg/ 1mg (20%) source |
Vit B2 | 0.08 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vit B3 | 1.5 mg NE/ 16mg NE (9%) |
Vit C | 53 mg/ 70mg (75%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 112 mg/ 750mg (14%) |
Phosphorus | 192 mg/ 700mg (27%) source |
Iron | 1.7 mg/ 12mg (14%) |
Sodium | 8 mg/ 1500mg (0.53%) very low |
What is this food?
Fresh mung beans (mung bean seed), cooked or used as a fresh ingredient.
Why it matters to health
Fresh mung beans are a good plant-based option for energy (carbohydrates) and fiber (6.4 g per 100 g), which helps support regular digestion and helps you feel full at meals. They also provide some protein (often used as a protein source in Filipino meals) and have very low fat (0.2 g) with no cholesterol. The low sodium (8 mg) is helpful for everyday eating. Since they still contain carbohydrates (21.6 g), pairing them with vegetables and a lean/protein-rich side can help keep meals balanced, especially if you’re having them as a main or snack.
Healthier tips
- For meals: use mung beans as part of a balanced plate—1/2 plate veggies, 1/4 protein (mung beans or fish/chicken/tofu), and 1/4 rice or other carbs.
- For snacks: try a small serving (about 1/2 cup cooked) with fruit or veggies to add fiber and keep portions comfortable.
- Boost nutrients by adding leafy greens, carrots, or squash to soups or stews.
- If cooking with coconut milk or lots of oil, go easy—keep the dish lighter so the meal stays heart-friendly.
- Watch added sugar if making sweet mung bean desserts; keep it less sweet and portion-controlled.
Common Filipino dishes
Ginataang munggo, Munggo with rice and egg, Monggo soup (sinigang-style or savory), Sweet munggo (dessert), Mung bean sprouts salad
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