Mung beans are a type of small and green legume that fall in the same family as lentils and peas. Mung beans are considered to be a very good source of protein, antioxidants, phytonutrients and fibers.

Organic mung beans are also known as black grams, chickpeas, and moong beans. Organic mung beans were first cultivated in India, where they grew as wild plants and were known for its medicinal use approximately 4,500 years ago.