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A cold salad of cooked mung beans, vegetables, herbs, lemon, and a modest amount of olive oil, providing fiber and plant protein.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Cold mung bean salad (180 g) has 238 calories. That works out to 132 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.8 g of carbs, 11.9 g of protein, 6.7 g of fat and 10.3 g of fiber. Its 50.4 µg of Vitamin K covers 42% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
238
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
32.8g
· 12% DV
Protein
11.9g
· 24% DV
Fat
6.7g
· 9% DV
Fiber
10.3g
· 37% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 20% · Fat 25%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 238 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.7 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.99 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 342 mg | 15% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32.8 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% |
| Protein | 11.9 g | 24% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 24 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 40 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 211 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 317 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 350 g | 462 kcal |
Calculated from 132 calories per 100 g.
Cold mung bean salad is made by tossing cooked, cooled mung beans with chopped vegetables and herbs, then dressing them with lemon and a little olive oil. Cook the beans until tender but still intact, and mix gently so they do not break apart.
No, mung beans do not have to be soaked before making Cold mung bean salad. Soaking can shorten cooking time, but unsoaked beans also cook well; rinse them first and start checking for tenderness before they become soft enough to turn mushy.
To keep the beans intact in Cold mung bean salad, simmer them rather than boiling them hard and drain them as soon as they are tender. Cool them before adding vegetables and dressing, then fold everything together gently instead of stirring vigorously.
Yes, Cold mung bean salad can be prepared a few hours ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator. For the freshest texture, add watery vegetables such as tomatoes and the lemon dressing closer to serving, or keep them separate until then.
Cold mung bean salad usually keeps for about 2–3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly after serving, and discard it if it has been left out for an extended period or its smell or texture changes.
Freezing Cold mung bean salad is not recommended because the vegetables and herbs can turn watery and limp after thawing. If you want to prepare ahead, freeze plain cooked mung beans instead, then thaw and add fresh vegetables, herbs, lemon, and olive oil.
Yes, canned mung beans can be used in Cold mung bean salad if you can find them. Drain and rinse them well, then handle them gently because canned beans are often softer than freshly cooked beans and can break apart when mixed.
Tomatoes, cucumber, and spring onion are natural additions to Cold mung bean salad, while parsley or mint adds a fresh herbal note. Chop the vegetables into small pieces and avoid adding too much watery produce well before serving, so the salad does not become soggy.
Cold mung bean salad pairs well with grilled vegetables, flatbread, soup, or a simple grain dish. Its lemony, herby flavour also makes it a refreshing side for richer mains, while a larger serving can work as a light plant-based lunch.
Yes, Cold mung bean salad can be filling because mung beans provide both fibre and plant protein. To make it a more substantial meal, serve it with bread or a grain and include enough vegetables; the salad also works well as a side dish.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
50.4µg · 42% DV
Vitamin C
21.6mg · 24% DV
Folate
81µg · 20% DV
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.34mg · 38% DV
Phosphorus
189mg · 27% DV
Manganese
0.5mg · 22% DV
Magnesium
70mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
558mg · 16% DV
Sodium
342mg · 15% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Cold mung bean salad combines cooked, cooled mung beans with vegetables, fresh herbs, lemon and a modest amount of olive oil. Mung beans are widely used across South Asian cuisines; this fresh salad is a simple way to serve them in a lighter, Mediterranean-style dish.
The beans should be tender but still hold their shape, balanced by the sharpness of lemon and the freshness of herbs. Serve it chilled or at room temperature as a side, or make it part of a light lunch with bread or greens. It offers both plant protein and fibre, with 5.7 g of fibre per 100 g. Add extra crunchy vegetables for more freshness, or keep the oil modest if you prefer a lighter salad.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.99g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.69g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.86g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.