Low Fat Monggo (Filipino Mung Bean Stew)

Experience the comforting flavors of Filipino cuisine with this Low Fat Monggo, a hearty and nutritious mung bean stew that’s both healthy and packed with flavor. This lighter version of the traditional dish swaps out heavier ingredients for a wholesome medley of mung beans, tender squash, carrots, and vibrant spinach, simmered in a savory blend of vegetable broth and aromatic sautéed onions, garlic, and tomatoes. Enhanced with a hint of fish sauce for authentic Filipino flair, this one-pot wonder is perfect for a satisfying family meal. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a simple cooking process, this low-fat, high-protein recipe is ideal for health-conscious food lovers craving a taste of the tropics. Serve it warm with a sprinkle of fresh scallions for a comforting, guilt-free dish that’s as delicious as it is nourishing.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup mung beans (monggo)
• 4 cups water
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium tomato, chopped
• 2 cups spinach leaves, chopped
• 1 cup squash, cubed
• 1 medium carrot, sliced
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons scallions, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the mung beans thoroughly under cold water. In a large pot, bring the water and mung beans to a boil. Simmer over low heat until the beans are tender, about 30 minutes.

Step 2

While the beans are cooking, heat the olive oil in a separate pan over medium heat. Sauté the onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the chopped tomato into the pan with the onion and garlic, then cook for another 2-3 minutes until the tomato softens.

Step 4

Once the mung beans are tender, add the sautéed onion, garlic, and tomato mixture to the pot with the beans.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and mix in the squash and carrot. Let them simmer for about 10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 6

Add the fish sauce, salt, and pepper and stir well. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Step 7

With the heat still on low, add the chopped spinach and cook for another 2 minutes until the spinach is wilted.

Step 8

Remove from heat and serve the Monggo stew hot, garnished with chopped scallions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2313.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1194.1

Total Fat 21.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3759.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 198.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.0g	0%
Total Sugars 38.1g
Protein 66.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 646.4mg	0%
Iron 21.2mg	0%
Potassium 5399.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 15.5%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 63.3%