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Manslin
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Manslin (198 g) has 699 calories. That works out to 353 calories per 100 g. It contains 119 g of carbs, 48.7 g of protein, 2.2 g of fat and 21.2 g of fiber. Its 2.2 mg of Copper covers 242% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 21 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 198 g
699
KCAL / 198G
Carbs
119g
· 43% DV
Protein
48.7g
· 97% DV
Fat
2.2g
· 3% DV
Fiber
21.2g
· 76% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 69% · Protein 28% · Fat 3%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 699 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.2 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.4 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 30 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 119 g | 43% |
| Fiber | 21.2 g | 76% |
| Protein | 48.7 g | 97% |
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 cup (medium) | 198 g | 699 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (chopped) | 24 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 177 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 99 g | 349 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 353 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 353 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 530 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 200 g | 706 kcal |
Calculated from 353 calories per 100 g.
Rinse Manslin, then simmer it in water until tender. Keep the grains slightly firm for salads, or cook them softer for soups and stews. Add hot water if the pot runs dry, and season after cooking to suit the dish.
No, soaking Manslin is not essential, but it can shorten the cooking time. If you soak it, discard the soaking water and rinse the grains before cooking them in fresh water. Split grains generally soften faster than whole ones.
Yes, Manslin can be sprouted. Soak and rinse the grains, then keep them in a clean sprouting jar or tray, rinsing and draining them several times a day. Rinse the sprouts thoroughly before use, and avoid eating raw sprouts if you are at higher risk from foodborne illness.
Manslin has a mild, earthy flavor that takes on the taste of seasonings and sauces. Its cooked grains work well in salads, curries, soups, and grain bowls; try pairing them with ginger, garlic, cumin, or lemon.
You can use Manslin in recipes for mung bean pancakes or noodles only if it is mung bean. Mung beans are commonly ground into batter or processed into starch for noodles, but other legumes may behave differently. Confirm what Manslin is before substituting it in those recipes.
Not always. Whole Manslin holds its shape better, while split grains tend to cook faster and break down into a softer texture. Use whole grains for salads and dishes where distinct pieces matter, and split Manslin for soups or purées.
Cooked Manslin keeps for about three to four days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Cool it promptly rather than leaving it at room temperature for a long time, and discard it if it develops an unusual smell, sliminess, or mold.
Yes, cooked Manslin freezes well. Cool it, portion it into airtight containers, and thaw only what you need. The texture may soften after thawing, so it is especially convenient in soups, stews, and curries.
It can. Like other legumes, Manslin contains carbohydrates that gut bacteria ferment, which may cause gas or bloating. Cook it thoroughly, start with a smaller serving, and discard the soaking water if you soaked the grains.
Manslin can fit into a weight-loss eating plan because its protein and fiber can make meals more filling. It is most useful as part of a meal with vegetables and other satisfying foods, rather than as a special weight-loss food on its own.
Vitamins
Folate
948.42µg · 237% DV
B1
1.72mg · 143% DV
B5
4.16mg · 83% DV
B6
1.07mg · 63% DV
Minerals
Copper
2.18mg · 242% DV
Manganese
2.77mg · 120% DV
Iron
13mg · 72% DV
Zinc
6.73mg · 61% DV
Potassium ⭐
1891mg · 56% DV
Sodium
30mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Manslin is listed as a legume, but the name does not identify a widely recognised variety or point to a clear place of origin. It is best treated as a dried pulse: cook it until tender and use it in the same broad ways as lentils or other beans, rather than assuming a particular regional recipe.
Once cooked, it can add a soft, gently starchy texture to soups, stews and salads, taking well to herbs, spices and savoury sauces. Pair it with vegetables and grains for a filling meal, or season simply with olive oil, lemon and herbs. Its dry form is substantial in protein and carbohydrate, with 24.6 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter preparation, use plenty of vegetables and go easy on added oil.
Very 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 1
Unprocessed
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
0.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.99g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.