Mung Bean Sprouts vs Mung Dhal
Overall, Mung Dhal has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 4.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Mung Bean Sprouts | Mung Dhal |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | a |
| NOVA group | 3 | 1 |
| Calories | 43 kcal | 338 kcal |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 1.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 0.6 g |
| Sugars | 1 g | 1.7 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 9.3 g |
| Protein | 3.1 g | 25 g |
| Additives | 1 | 0 |
| Allergens | Soybeans | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Mung Bean Sprouts has 87% fewer calories (43 kcal vs 338 kcal).
- Mung Bean Sprouts has 71% less fat (0.5 g vs 1.7 g).
- Mung Bean Sprouts has 50% less saturated fat (0.3 g vs 0.6 g).
- Mung Bean Sprouts has 41% less sugar (1 g vs 1.7 g).
- Mung Dhal has 99% less salt (0 g vs 0.7 g).
- Mung Dhal has 85% more fiber (9.3 g vs 1.4 g).
- Mung Dhal has 88% more protein (25 g vs 3.1 g).
- Mung Dhal has the better Nutri-Score.
- Mung Dhal is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Mung Bean Sprouts lists: Soybeans.
Ingredients
Mung Bean Sprouts
54.5% mung bean sprouts, water, cooking salt, ascorbic acid, citric acid
Mung Dhal
Halbe geschälte Mungbohnen aus kontrolliert biologischem Anbau.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Mung Bean Sprouts or Mung Dhal?
Overall, Mung Dhal has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Mung Bean Sprouts has fewer calories: 43 kcal versus 338 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Mung Bean Sprouts has less sugar: 1 g versus 1.7 g per 100 g.