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BROWN FINE LENTILS
With almost 9 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber per cooked serving, lentils are slightly higher in protein and fiber than black beans and chickpeas. The folate content present in lentils helps prevent neural tube defects in women, aids in the formation of red blood cells and in maintaining homocysteine levels, which keeps hypertension in check. Adding lentils to soups, casseroles and meat sauces to add extra texture and flavor as well as lower their fat level.
ENERGY | 1263kj/302kcal |
FAT | 0,9 g |
SATURATED | 0,2 g |
CARBOHYDRATES | 49,6g |
SUGARS | 0 g |
PROTEINS | 23,9 g |
SALT | 0 g |
BROWN MEDIUM LENTILS
With almost 9 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber per cooked serving, lentils are slightly higher in protein and fiber than black beans and chickpeas. The folate content present in lentils helps prevent neural tube defects in women, aids in the formation of red blood cells and in maintaining homocysteine levels, which keeps hypertension in check. Adding lentils to soups, casseroles and meat sauces to add extra texture and flavour as well as lower their fat level.
ENERGY | 1320kj/312 kcal |
FAT | 1.29g |
SATURATED | 0.22g |
CARBOHYDRATES | 52,2g |
SUGARS | 1,2g |
PROTEINS | 22,9g |
SALT | 0,02g |
MEDIUM ΒΕΑΝS
With fiber-rich complex carbohydrates and a low glycemic index, kidney beans provide a steady source of energy. They taste great in salads (combining cooked kidney beans with black beans and white beans makes a colorful three-bean salad) and minestrone soup. They’re also a good substitute for ground meat in tacos.
ENERGY | 1253kj/ 298 kcal |
FAT | 1,9g |
SATURATED | 0,4g |
CARBOHYDRATES | 39,3g |
SUGARS | 3,9g |
PROTEINS | 19,3g |
SALT | 0,01g |
MEDIUM GROATS/ PLIGOURI
Groats/Bulgur are ground grains of hard wheat that have been processed in boiling water. It is a cereal of high nutritional value as it contains proteins, edible fibers and manganese. Can be used in pilafs, soups, salads and ethnic recipes.
ENERGY | 1470kj/347kcal |
FAT | 1,5 g |
SATURATED | 0,3 g |
CARBOHYDRATES | 69.2g |
SUGARS | 1,4 g |
PROTEINS | 10,3 g |
SALT | 0,006 g |