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Moong Dal
मूंग दाल · పెసర పప్పు
Split green gram, one of the lightest and most easily digestible dals. Low GI and high in protein.
31
GI · Low GI
0Low (55)Med (69)110+
31
Glycemic Index
5
Glycemic Load
150g
Serving Size
105
Calories
Per serving: 1 medium bowl (cooked)
Nutrition per Serving
18g
Carbs
1g
Sugars
4g
Fiber
7.5g
Protein
0.5g
Fat
Sugars shown are total sugars (naturally occurring + added) per serving and are approximate. For fruits and dairy this is mostly natural sugar; for sweets and many cooked dishes it reflects added sugar or jaggery.
Tips to Manage Blood Sugar
Excellent for diabetics. Can be made into khichdi with rice for a balanced meal, or sprouted for even more nutrition.
GI Source: University of Sydney GI Database
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