Nutrition facts
Per 100 grams
- Energy
- 360.3 kcal1507.4 kJ
- Carbohydrates
- 62.2 g
- Protein
- 23.6 g
- Total fat
- 1.9 g
- Dietary fiber
- 0 g
- Sodium
- 0 mg
- Calcium
- 61.9 mg
Nutrition referenceBeans & Soy Products
Lentils
Lentils are small, lens-shaped legumes cooked into soups and stews. Per 100 g of dry lentils they provide about 360 calories with 23.6 g protein.
360.3
kcalper 100g
- Carbs
- 62.2g
- Protein
- 23.6g
- Fat
- 1.9g
Reference values
About this food
Understanding this nutrition reference
Lentils are small, lens-shaped legumes that come in brown, green, red, and other colors. They cook more quickly than most beans and are used in soups, stews, and salads.
Nutritionally, lentils are a good source of plant protein. Per 100 g of dry lentils they provide about 360 kcal, 62.2 g of carbohydrates, 23.6 g of protein, and 1.9 g of fat.
Lentils do not require soaking and are cooked by boiling. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Portion guidance
How to use the serving references
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g of dry lentils. A typical cup of dry lentils (about 192 g) provides roughly 692 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Questions and answers
Lentils nutrition FAQ
How many calories are in lentils?
Lentils provide about 360 calories per 100 g of dry lentils.
Are lentils high in protein?
Yes. Lentils provide about 23.6 g of protein per 100 g.
Do lentils need to be soaked?
No. Lentils do not require soaking and cook more quickly than most beans.
