Mung dal with skin, also known as chilka mung dal or whole green gram dal, is a type of lentil that has been split but not hulled. It is a popular pulse in many cultures around the world, and India is a major exporter of this commodity. Indian mung dal with skin is known for its high quality, purity, and bright green colour. It is also a good source of protein, fibre, iron and other essential nutrients. Mung dal with skin is a small, oval-shaped lentil. It has a rough, wrinkled skin. Mung dal with skin has a firmer, chewier texture than mung dal without skin. Mung dal with skin has a more earthy, nutty flavour than mung dal without skin. One cup of cooked mung dal with skin contains approximately: 15 grams of protein 15 grams of fibre 7 milligrams of iron 422 milligrams of potassium 100 milligrams of magnesium