Mung beans - GymBeam
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Mung beans are a popular legume with a green pea flavor and high protein and fiber content that excels in soups and salads.
Mung beans are small green legumes with an olive-green color and a taste similar to green peas. They have a place in many traditional cultures, most often found in Vietnamese, Thai , and other Asian cuisines.
It is one of the high-quality plant sources of protein, as it has 23.9 g/100 g. Thanks to this, it supports the growth and maintenance of muscle mass, as well as the maintenance of healthy bones. That is why it is also popular with vegans and people who like a plant-based diet. In addition, it also has 16.3 g of fiber per 100 g, which makes it one of its best sources. It also has a low fat and saturated fatty acid content. Another advantage is its easy and quick preparation. You just need to soak it for 2 hours and then you will have it cooked in about 20 minutes.
Unlike other legumes, mung beans retain a pleasantly firm texture after cooking and are not floury. Thanks to this, you can use them in a wide range of recipes. They are an ideal choice for hearty soups, risottos or fresh salads. They are also suitable for vegetable patties, legume meatballs or vegan burgers. They also excel in cold salads, spreads, dips or as a nutritious addition to couscous or bulgur . They are also used to prepare Indian mung dhal or traditional Vietnamese or Thai desserts.
In addition to cooking, you can also sprout it to get crunchy mung bean sprouts that you will love as an addition to salads or sandwiches. Mung beans are such a versatile and delicious ingredient that you can add unique flavor and nutrients to your meals.
Mung beans and their benefits
- a legume with a taste reminiscent of green peas
- has a high protein content of 23.9 g/100 g
- contains a high proportion of fiber 16.3 g/100 g
- It is low in fat and saturated fatty acids.
- easy to prepare
- after soaking, cook for about 20 minutes
- is a great source of protein for vegetarians and vegans
Composition
Mung beans.
Preparation instructions
Soak mung beans for 2 hours, rinse thoroughly and cook for 15 – 25 minutes until tender.
Nutritional values table
| Nutritional values | Per 100 g |
| Energy value | 1451 kJ/ 347 kcal |
| Fats | 1.2g |
| - of which saturated fatty acids | 0.3g |
| Carbohydrates | 46.3g |
| - of which sugars | 6.6 grams |
| Fiber | 16.3g |
| Proteins | 23.9g |
| Salt | 0.3g |
Notice
Store in a dry place, out of direct sunlight and at room temperature.
Allergens: May contain traces of gluten, peanuts, soy, nuts and sesame seeds.
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| Category: | Food |
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| Weight: | 0.5 kg |
| EAN: | 8586027396484 |
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