Is Moth bean high in calories?

Yes, Moth bean is relatively high in calories at 309 kcal per 100g. It is best consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

How much protein is in Moth bean?

Moth bean contains 19.75g of protein per 100g serving.

Is Moth bean high in carbohydrates?

Yes, Moth bean is high in carbohydrates with 52.09g per 100g.

What are the macros in Moth bean?

Per 100g, Moth bean contains: 309 calories, 19.75g protein, 52.09g carbohydrates, 1.76g fat, and 15.12g fiber.

Moth bean Calories & Nutrition Facts

Name: Moth bean Nutrition Facts
Yield: 100g serving
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 100g Moth bean

100g of Moth bean contains 309 calories, 19.75g protein, 52.09g carbs, and 1.76g fat.

Moth bean is a moderately calorie food and an excellent plant-based protein source widely used in Indian cooking. Per 100g serving, it provides 309 calories. With 19.75g of protein per 100g, Moth bean is a good source of protein that supports muscle maintenance and satiety. Its dietary fiber content of 15.12g per 100g promotes healthy digestion and helps maintain steady blood sugar levels. It is also very low in fat (1.76g per 100g), which makes it suitable for low-fat diet plans. Nutritional data for Moth bean is sourced from the Indian Food Composition Tables 2017 (IFCT2017), published by the National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) — India's authoritative government reference for food nutrition data.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size 100g

Calories309

Protein	19.8g
Carbohydrates	52.1g
Total Fat	1.8g
Dietary Fiber	15.1g

*Per 100g. Data from verified sources.

Macro Breakdown

● Protein 27%● Carbs 71%● Fat 2%

Other serving sizes:

25g – 77 kcal 50g – 154 kcal 100g – 309 kcal 150g – 463 kcal 200g – 617 kcal 250g – 772 kcal

Full Nutrition in Moth bean (per 100g)

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Energy	308.6 kcal	15%
Protein	19.8 g	40%
Carbohydrates	52.1 g	17%
Dietary Fiber	15.1 g	54%
Total Fat	1.8 g	3%
*Based on 2,000 calorie/day diet.

Nutrition Chart — Moth bean (per 100g)

Frequently Asked Questions

100g of Moth bean contains approximately 309 calories (309 kcal).

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Data source: Indian Food Composition Tables 2017 (NIN/ICMR). Nutritional values per 100g serving.