Horse gram is one of the lesser known beans. it is consumed as a whole seed, as sprouts, or as whole meal in India, popular especially in southern Indian states. horse gram is an excellent source of iron , Calcium, molybdenum and protein. General Benefits: high in iron, calcium, and protein. In fact, horse gram has the highest calcium content among pulses and is one of the richest vegetarian sources of protein low in fat and high in carbohydrate content low in lipid and sodium content, and its slow digestible starch make ideal for diabetic and obesity patients