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Pigeon peas (red gram), mature seeds, raw
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* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.6 MG | 54% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 14% | |
| Niacin | 3.0 MG | 19% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.3 MG | 25% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.3 MG | 17% | |
| Folate, total | 456 UG | 114% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 1 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 130 MG | 10% | |
| Iron, Fe | 5.2 MG | 29% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 183 MG | 44% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 367 MG | 29% | |
| Potassium, K | 1,392 MG | 30% | |
| Sodium, Na | 17 MG | 1% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.8 MG | 25% | |
| Copper, Cu | 1.1 MG | 117% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 1.8 MG | 78% | |
| Selenium, Se | 8.2 UG | 15% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 21.7g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Very low in fat (1.5g per 100g).
- High in dietary fiber (15g per 100g), supporting digestive health.
- Good source of Iron, Fe (29% DV).
- Good source of Magnesium, Mg (44% DV).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (29% DV).
About Pigeon peas (red gram), mature seeds, raw
Pigeon peas, also called red gram or toor dal, are a staple legume across South Asia, the Caribbean, and East Africa. Raw, they are mostly complex carbohydrates with good protein, strong fiber, and negligible fat. Once cooked they soften into the base of the ubiquitous toor dal, or combine with rice in dishes like rice and peas in Caribbean cooking. Dried pigeon peas have a mellow, slightly earthy flavor and yellow-beige interior.
Dietary Information
Pigeon peas (red gram), mature seeds, raw is considered low-fat, high-protein, high-fiber, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Pigeon peas (red gram), mature seeds, raw include Copper, Cu (117% DV) , Folate, total (114% DV) , Manganese, Mn (78% DV) , Thiamin (54% DV) , and Magnesium, Mg (44% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 343 calories per 100 grams, Pigeon peas (red gram), mature seeds, raw gets 25% of its calories from protein, 73% from carbohydrates, and 4% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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