Can dogs eat Mung beans?

Overview

Yes, dogs can eat mung beans. Mung beans, also known as Green grams, yield good amounts of fiber, folate, iron, protein, and thiamine. However, excessive feeding must be avoided, as mung beans contain hard-to-digest lectins and phytates that may cause digestive problems in dogs who consume them in large amounts.

Benefits

Mung beans are a good source of B vitamins, copper, fiber, iron, magnesium, potassium, protein, thiamine, and vitamin K.
Mung bean sprouts are a good source of folate, and vitamin C. Vitamin C helps boost a dog’s immune system, and folate helps with cell growth.
Mung beans also contain enzymes that aid in the digestion of carbohydrates, protein, and fat in dogs.

Risks

Like most legumes, mung beans contain phytates and lectins. Phytates make breaking down legumes in dogs’ digestive tracts difficult. Lectins can also cause digestive problems and leaky gut if ingested in large amounts.

Servings

Boil mung beans for 40-60 minutes until softened; serve in moderation and occasionally.
For the mung bean sprouts, they can be served raw or cooked in small amounts. As with any new food, introduce mung bean sprouts gradually. 1/4 cup of raw sprouts is enough for a forty-pound dog.