Prepared and Processed / Legumes, Nuts, and Seeds
Mung bean seed, red, dried, boiled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 150kcal / 2530kcal (5%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 6.9 g/ 71g (9%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.7 g/ 42g (1%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 28.9 g/ 348g (8%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.14 mg/ 1mg (11%) |
Vit B2 | 0.07 mg/ 1mg (5%) |
Vit B3 | 0.6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (3%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 50 mg/ 750mg (6%) |
Phosphorus | 185 mg/ 700mg (26%) source |
Iron | 1.5 mg/ 12mg (12%) |
Sodium | 3 mg/ 1500mg (0.2%) free |
What is this food?
Boiled red mung beans (dried mung beans cooked until soft). They’re small legumes that are commonly eaten as a filling side dish or snack.
Why it matters to health
Red mung beans help support your daily energy needs with carbohydrates and keep you full longer because they have dietary fiber (about 10.6 g per 100 g). The fiber also helps with smoother digestion. They’re naturally low in fat and cholesterol, and they provide some protein to complement your meals. Caution: they still contain carbs, so portion size matters—especially if you’re also eating rice or other starchy foods in the same meal. Sodium is low, which is good for everyday health.
Healthier tips
- For a balanced day (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), try these:
- Portion: start with about 1/2 to 3/4 cup cooked mung beans per meal, especially if you also have rice.
- Add protein + veggies: pair with fish/egg/chicken or tofu, plus a serving of non-starchy vegetables (like kangkong, pechay, or okra).
- Watch add-ons: if you make it sweet (like dessert), go easy on sugar and condensed milk.
- Use as a snack: a small bowl can be a good snack when paired with fruit or yogurt (if available) for better balance.
Common Filipino dishes
Munggo (ginisang munggo), Munggo with chicharon, Binatog (mung beans with corn, sometimes), Sweet mung bean dessert (munggo/beans with coconut milk), Mung bean soup (lugaw-style)
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