VeganLegumes & Pulses

Bengal Gram

Nutrition Facts Per 100g

Also known as: KALA CHANA

Bengal Gram is among India's most important plant-based protein sources, central to daily meals in most households. It delivers 20.5g of protein per 100g — roughly 41% of an average adult's daily target. Its Folate (B9) (approximately 63% of a typical adult's daily needs) and Phosphorus (approximately 47% of a typical adult's daily needs) further reinforce its reputation as a nutritional staple. Find the complete nutritional facts below.

Nutrition Summary

378kcalCalories
20.5gProtein
60.1gCarbs
6.2gFat
12.8gFiber
Protein 22% Carbs 64% Fat 15%

Micronutrients

High in:Folate (B9)PhosphorusMagnesiumThiamin (B1)Iron
Calcium173 mg(17%)
Iron5.3 mg(41%)
Zinc3.3 mg(35%)
Potassium846 mg(28%)
Sodium25.0 mg(5%)
Magnesium150 mg(42%)
Phosphorus330 mg(47%)
Thiamin (B1)0.5 mg(42%)
Riboflavin (B2)0.2 mg(17%)
Niacin (B3)1.5 mg(10%)
Vitamin C4.0 mg(5%)
Carotenoids194 µg(3%)
β-Carotene65.0 µg(2%)
Vitamin A22.0 µg(3%)
Folate (B9)250 µg(63%)
Vitamin B60.5 mg(38%)
Vitamin B120 µg(0%)
Vitamin D0 µg(0%)
Vitamin E0.6 mg(4%)
Fat Breakdown4
MUFA2.7 g
18%
PUFA2.3 g
38%
Omega-30.2 g
15%
Omega-62.1 g
14%
Limit These2
Saturated Fat0.6 g
Cholesterol0 mg

Common Serving Sizes

1 cup, uncooked195g
737 kcal40.0g protein
100 g100g
378 kcal20.5g protein

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Nutritional data per 100g. % values are approximate, based on Indian RDA guidelines (ICMR 2020) for typical adults. Individual needs vary by age, gender, and health status. This is not medical advice.