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Calories in Lentils

Lentils has about 116 calories per 100 g, with 9 g protein, 0.4 g fat and 20 g carbs.

Quick answer

116 kcal

calories per 100 g

Protein
9 g
Fat
0.4 g
Carbs
20 g

These are reference values. Ingredients and preparation can change the result.

Macros in Lentils

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230 kcal

Protein
17.8 g
Fat
0.8 g
Carbs
39.6 g

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Nutrition table

PortionCaloriesProteinFatCarbs
50 g58 kcal4.5 g0.2 g10 g
100 g116 kcal9 g0.4 g20 g
198 g230 kcal17.8 g0.8 g39.6 g
200 g232 kcal18 g0.8 g40 g

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What changes the calories?

Oil, sauces, sugar, toppings, cooking method and portion weight can change lentils calories quickly.

FAQ

How many calories are in lentils?

Lentils has about 116 calories per 100 g. A typical cooked cup (198 g) has about 230 calories.

How much protein is in lentils?

Lentils has about 9 g protein per 100 g and about 17.8 g protein per cooked cup.

Is lentils good for calorie tracking?

Yes, as long as you track portion size. The biggest source of error is usually weight, sauces, oil and mixed ingredients.

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Data sources

Reference values are compiled from USDA FoodData Central, Open Food Facts and curated food databases. Your actual portion may differ by recipe, brand and cooking method.

Nutrition data methodology

Nutrition values are estimates for calorie tracking and may vary by recipe, brand, cooking method and portion size. Not medical advice.

Last updated: July 24, 2026