Legumes, Nuts, and Seeds / Beans
Mung bean seed, yellow, dried
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 365kcal / 2530kcal (14%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 23.5 g/ 71g (33%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 1.4 g/ 42g (3%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 64.5 g/ 348g (18%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.45 mg/ 1mg (37%) high |
Vit B2 | 0.13 mg/ 1mg (10%) |
Vit B3 | 2.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (13%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 210 mg/ 750mg (28%) source |
Phosphorus | 334 mg/ 700mg (47%) high |
Iron | 4 mg/ 12mg (33%) source |
Sodium | 25 mg/ 1500mg (1%) very low |
What is this food?
Dried yellow mung beans (mung bean seeds). They’re small legumes that are usually cooked into soups, stews, or porridge, and they can also be sprouted.
Why it matters to health
Mung beans are a good plant-based option for fiber (about 19.3g per 100g) and carbohydrates that come with some protein, which helps keep you full and supports steady energy for your daily meals. The fiber also supports healthy digestion. They’re low in sodium (about 25mg) and have very low cholesterol (0mg). On the other hand, they do contain saturated fat (about 0.42g per 100g), so it’s best to keep cooking methods and added fats (like lots of oil or coconut milk) in check.
Healthier tips
- For your 3 meals + 1–2 snacks a day, use mung beans as a main part of the meal: pair with rice or whole grains in a balanced portion, plus vegetables.
- Try soups or ginisang munggo with plenty of vegetables; add fish/egg/chicken or a lean protein if you need more protein for the day.
- Watch added fats: use less oil and keep coconut milk to smaller amounts if you’re using it.
- If you’re sensitive to gas/bloating, start with a smaller serving and increase gradually; soaking and rinsing can help.
- Portion guide: start with about 1/2 to 3/4 cup cooked per meal, then adjust based on your hunger and activity.
Common Filipino dishes
Munggo (ginisang munggo), Munggo soup with chicharon or pork, Binatog (sweetened corn and mung beans), Monggo with rice, Sprouted mung beans (as toppings or side)
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