Mung Beans (Boiled)
Per serving: 3.5 oz cooked (100g)
About Mung Beans (Boiled)
Boiled mung beans provide approximately 105 calories, 7 grams of protein, 19.2 grams of carbohydrate, 0.4 grams of fat, and 7.6 grams of fiber per 100 grams. Their fiber reduces net carbohydrate to about 11.6 grams and contributes to a low glycemic load.
Mung beans provide folate, copper, thiamin, manganese, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, zinc, and potassium. They are widely used in South Asian and Southeast Asian soups, curries, porridges, salads, and desserts.
Whole boiled mung beans are nutritionally different from mung bean sprouts, which contain much more water and fewer calories per 100 grams. Use the entry that matches the form actually eaten.
At-a-Glance Stats
Macronutrient Breakdown
105 kcal
Total calories per 3.5 oz cooked (100g)
Protein
Builds & repairs muscle tissue
14% of typical daily value
Carbohydrates
Primary fuel source for energy
19% of typical daily value
Total Fat
Supports hormones & nutrient uptake
1% of typical daily value
Dietary Fiber
Feeds gut bacteria & aids digestion
25% of typical daily value
Calories by Serving Size
All values are approximate. Actual nutrition may vary by apple variety (Fuji, Gala, Granny Smith, etc.).
Key Health Benefits
- 1
Provides plant protein and a high amount of fiber for relatively few calories.
- 2
Folate supports cell division and normal red-blood-cell formation.
- 3
Fiber and resistant starch support digestive health, satiety, and gradual carbohydrate absorption.
- 4
Magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium support muscle, nerve, bone, and cardiovascular functions.
- 5
Very low fat content makes mung beans easy to incorporate into calorie-conscious meals.
Vitamins & Minerals
% Daily Value (2,000 cal diet):
≥20% High10-19% Good<10% LowExpert Tip
Soak whole mung beans to shorten cooking time, then simmer until tender without overcooking. Pair them with vitamin C-rich vegetables or lime to support absorption of their non-heme iron.
Diet Compatibility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Mung Beans (Boiled)?›
Mung Beans (Boiled) contains 105 calories per 3.5 oz cooked (100g). This includes 7g protein (28 kcal), 19.2g carbohydrates (76.8 kcal), and 0.4g fat (3.6 kcal).
How much protein does Mung Beans (Boiled) have?›
Mung Beans (Boiled) provides 7g of protein per 3.5 oz cooked (100g).
Is Mung Beans (Boiled) good for weight loss?›
Very low fat content makes mung beans easy to incorporate into calorie-conscious meals. With 105 calories per serving, it can fit well within a calorie-controlled diet.