Originally native to the east, mung bean sprouts are commonly eaten fresh in salads and sandwiches or sauted for use in stir fries. In addition to adding a bit of crunch, they provide a generous helping of nutrients.
Serving Size
The serving size for mung bean sprouts is 1 cup. This amount is roughly comparable to a very generous helping of spouts used on a salad or sandwich.
Calories and Fat
According to the website for the International Sprout Growers Association, 26 calories and no fat are in a cup of mung bean sprouts. These numbers suggest that this food will not damage your efforts to maintain a healthy weight.
Fiber
One cup of this food satisfies 4 percent of the daily need for fiber. This suggests that adding mung bean sprouts to a meal helps make the meal more filling.
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