1. Kidney Beans ( Rajma) :
- Kidney Beans are a good source of cholesterol-lowering fiber, as are most beans. Kidney Beans also slow the rise in blood sugar after a meal, helps memory, provide antioxidant effects, gives you energy, and provide fat-free high quality protein.
2. Chana Dal:
Chana Dal has a very low glycemic index.
- Whole Chana Dal :
Has a nutty taste. It is high in Iron and protein.
- Split Chana Dal :
Flour from chana dal is called besan.
Chana dal is delicious, nutritious and easily digested.
3. Toor Dal:
- Toor Dal is highly nutritious, high in protein, and contains vitamin A and Vitamin C.
4. Urad Dal
- This white lentil is rich in protein and the iron content is good for improving hemoglobin count. Urad dal is great for vegan and low fat diets.
5. Moong Dal:
- Moong Dal is rich in protein and used in a variety of traditional vegetable dishes. It is relatively easy to digest.
6. Masoor Dal:
- It is a good source of iron and Protein. It also contains dietary fiber, vitamin B1 and minerals.
7. Chickpeas or Garbanzo beans:
- It is a good source of protein, manganese, dietary fiber, copper, phosphorus, and Iron. Eating chickpeas can lower "bad" cholesterol, gives you energy, stabalize blood sugar, and provide antioxidant effects.
8. Lohbia/Chawli:
- It is rich in fiber and as high-potassium, low-sodium food they help reduce blood pressure.