Besan gram flour

1 kg in Legume flours Barcode 5018684000006
Very good nutritional quality
Unprocessed or minimally processed

Besan gram flour provides 356 kcal per 100 g, with 2.1 g of sugars and 21 g of protein. That is 64% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is A and it is classified as NOVA 1 (unprocessed or minimally processed). It is listed in the Legume flours category and comes in a 1 kg pack.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
4.5 g · Moderate
Saturated fat
0.5 g · Low
Sugars
2.1 g · Low
Salt
0 g · Low

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 356 kcal 340 +5%
Total fat 4.5 g 7.7 −42%
Saturated fat 0.5 g 0.9 −46%
Carbohydrates 63 g 39.6 +59%
Total sugars 2.1 g 5.9 −64%
Added sugars 0 g 0.1 −100%
Dietary fiber 9.3 g 13 −29%
Protein 21 g 25.7 −18%
Salt 0 g 0.3 −100%

Category average across 64 Legume flours products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other legume flours

Calories higher 34%
Sugars lower 19%
Salt lower 1%
Saturated fat lower 39%
Protein top 65%
Fiber top 75%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

yellow peas, chick peas

Palm oil freeVeganVegetarian
May contain traces
May contain cereals containing gluten

Product details

Quantity
1 kg
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
5018684000006

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Besan gram flour?

Besan gram flour contains 356 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Besan gram flour?

Besan gram flour has 2.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Besan gram flour healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of A (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 1 — unprocessed or minimally processed. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Is Besan gram flour vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.

What allergens does Besan gram flour contain?

No allergens are listed in the label data. It may also contain traces of may contain cereals containing gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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