Masoor parippu is a good source of protein. It can be cooked with other vegetables and eaten as a curry or used to make wonderful khichdi. It’s essential in every home.
Adzuki beans are excellent for managing normal blood sugar levels, increasing antioxidant intake, increasing muscle mass, improving heart health, and managing healthy weight because of their high protein and fibre content.
Chickpeas are a nutrient-dense source of fibre, vitamins, and minerals that may help with weight management, better digestion, and a lower risk of disease.
Traditionally used in curries, green gram is an essential ingredient in Indian cuisine. Although split green gram is high in protein and fibre, low in fat, and easy to cook.
In south India, it is a key ingredient as an Uzhunnu in most of their main dishes like Idly, Dosa, Vada, etc. This pulse crop is well-known in north India as Black/Kali/Maa Ki Dal.