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Mung bean couscous Calories
Plant-protein and fiber source
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Mung bean couscous (180 g) has 247 calories. That works out to 137 calories per 100 g. It contains 46.3 g of carbs, 9.7 g of protein, 2.2 g of fat and 7.7 g of fiber. Its 20.2 µg of Selenium covers 37% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 54 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Mung bean couscous Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
247
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
46.3g
· 17% DV
Protein
9.7g
· 19% DV
Fat
2.2g
· 3% DV
Fiber
7.7g
· 28% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 76% · Protein 16% · Fat 8%
Mung bean couscous nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 247 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.2 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.32 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 13 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 46.3 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% |
| Protein | 9.7 g | 19% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Mung bean couscous?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 247 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 21 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 137 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 206 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 220 g | 301 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 250 g | 343 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 250 g | 343 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 320 g | 438 kcal |
Calculated from 137 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mung bean couscous
What is mung bean couscous made of?
Mung bean couscous combines couscous pasta with cooked mung beans. Recipes often add onion, vegetables, herbs, or spices, so the exact ingredients vary; the beans bring a firm, earthy contrast to the tender couscous.
How do you cook mung bean couscous?
Cook the mung beans and couscous separately, then combine them with sautéed aromatics or vegetables. Mung beans take longer to soften than couscous, so cooking them together can leave the couscous mushy before the beans are ready.
Can you make mung bean couscous with canned mung beans?
Yes, drained, rinsed canned mung beans work well in mung bean couscous. Add them near the end of cooking, just long enough to warm through, since they are already cooked and may break apart if simmered for too long.
Should you soak mung beans for mung bean couscous?
Soaking mung beans is optional, but it can help them cook more evenly. If you skip soaking, simmer them until tender before adding them to the couscous; avoid relying on the couscous cooking time to soften the beans.
How do you keep mung bean couscous from turning mushy?
To keep mung bean couscous from turning mushy, cook the couscous just until tender and prepare the beans separately. Drain excess liquid before combining, and fold the ingredients together gently rather than stirring vigorously.
What can you serve with mung bean couscous?
Serve mung bean couscous with a crisp salad, roasted vegetables, or a yogurt-based sauce. Lemon and fresh herbs brighten its earthy flavor, while grilled vegetables make it a more substantial meal.
Can mung bean couscous be served cold?
Yes, mung bean couscous works well as a cold salad. Let the cooked ingredients cool, then toss them with chopped herbs, lemon juice, and olive oil; add fresh vegetables just before serving for extra crunch.
How long does mung bean couscous keep in the fridge?
Store mung bean couscous in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within three days. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking, and reheat leftovers until thoroughly hot, adding a splash of water if the couscous has dried out.
Can you freeze mung bean couscous?
Yes, mung bean couscous can be frozen in an airtight container, although the couscous may soften slightly after thawing. Cool it promptly, freeze in meal-sized portions, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating.
What herbs and spices go well in mung bean couscous?
Cumin, black pepper, paprika, and coriander pair well with mung bean couscous. Fresh parsley or mint and a squeeze of lemon add brightness; season the beans while they cook so the flavor reaches beyond the couscous.
Mung bean couscous Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Folate
84.6µg · 21% DV
B1
0.2mg · 17% DV
B6
0.18mg · 11% DV
B3
1.4mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Selenium
20µg · 36% DV
Copper
0.31mg · 34% DV
Manganese
0.76mg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
187mg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
277mg · 8% DV
Sodium
13mg · 1% DV
Mung bean couscous Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Mung bean couscous
To burn the 247 calories in 1 cup (medium) (180 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Mung bean couscous?
In Turkey, kuskus usually means small pasta-like pieces made from semolina, rather than the fluffy North African couscous familiar to many English-speaking cooks. Mung bean couscous brings those pieces together with cooked mung beans in a straightforward home-style dish.
Serve it warm as a side or chilled as a lunch salad; herbs, spring onion and lemon make a fresh contrast, while it also pairs well with grilled vegetables. The grain-and-legume combination offers plant protein and fibre, with 4.3 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter serving, use a modest amount of oil and add plenty of chopped vegetables.
How Nutritious Is Mung bean couscous?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
Medium
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.
Is Mung bean couscous Processed?
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.
Does Mung bean couscous Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Mung bean couscous Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Mung bean couscous Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.63g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.6:1).
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