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Baby lentil soup Calories
Salt-free baby soup with plant protein and fiber
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (small) of Baby lentil soup (30 g) has 17 calories. That works out to 55 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.9 g of carbs, 1.1 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Baby lentil soup Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (small) · 30 g
17
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
2.9g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 69% · Protein 26% · Fat 5%
Baby lentil soup nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (small) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 17 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.9 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 2 Small Tablespoons of Baby lentil soup?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (small) | 30 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (extra small) | 5 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 8 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (medium) | 60 g | 33 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 55 kcal |
| ½ cup (medium) | 120 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 132 kcal |
Calculated from 55 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Baby lentil soup
When can a baby have baby lentil soup?
Baby lentil soup can usually be introduced when a baby is ready for solids, around 6 months. Your baby should be able to hold their head steady and sit with support; serve it in a safe, spoonable texture.
How do you make baby lentil soup?
To make baby lentil soup, rinse red lentils and simmer them with water and optional vegetables until completely soft. Blend or mash to a texture your baby can manage, and leave out salt and stock cubes.
Can baby lentil soup be made with canned lentils?
Yes, you can make baby lentil soup with canned lentils if you choose a no-added-salt variety and rinse it well. Simmer the lentils with the other ingredients until soft, then blend or mash to suit your baby.
Which lentils are best for baby lentil soup?
Red lentils are often easiest for baby lentil soup because they cook quickly and break down into a smooth texture. Brown or green lentils can also work, but cook them until very soft and check that the skins are manageable.
Should baby lentil soup have salt or spices?
Baby lentil soup should not contain added salt, especially for babies under 1 year. Once your baby is used to solids, you can add a little mild seasoning; avoid chilli, salty stock cubes, and seasoning mixes.
Can baby lentil soup make a baby gassy?
Yes, baby lentil soup may cause gas in some babies because lentils contain fermentable carbohydrates and fiber. Cook the lentils thoroughly and offer a small amount at first, then watch how your baby responds.
How long does baby lentil soup keep in the fridge?
Keep baby lentil soup in a covered container in the refrigerator and use it by the next day. Set aside the portion before feeding; discard any soup that has been in contact with your baby's spoon.
Can you freeze baby lentil soup?
Yes, freeze baby lentil soup in small, meal-sized portions as soon as it has cooled. Thaw it in the refrigerator, reheat it thoroughly only once, and check that it has cooled to a safe temperature before serving.
Should baby lentil soup be smooth or chunky?
Baby lentil soup should match your baby's eating skills: smooth and spoonable for early tastes, then gradually thicker with soft lumps as they learn to manage textures. Avoid making it so thin that it is difficult to eat from a spoon.
Can baby lentil soup replace breast milk or formula?
No, baby lentil soup should not replace breast milk or infant formula during the first year. Offer it as complementary food alongside milk feeds, following your baby's hunger and fullness cues.
Baby lentil soup Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Folate
11.4µg · 3% DV
B6
0.03mg · 2% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B5
0.05mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.08mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
22mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.35mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
44mg · 1% DV
Sodium
1.2mg · 0% DV
Baby lentil soup Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Baby lentil soup
To burn the 17 calories in 2 tablespoon (small) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Baby lentil soup?
Baby lentil soup is a soft, spoonable soup made by cooking lentils with water and, in many home versions, vegetables such as carrot or potato, then blending until smooth. It is commonly prepared without added salt for babies starting complementary foods.
Its mild flavour and smooth texture make it easy to serve on its own or alongside a vegetable purée. Lentils contribute plant protein and fibre; this soup provides 3.8 g of protein per 100 g. You can adjust the thickness to suit your baby’s usual texture and let it cool to a comfortable temperature before serving.
How Nutritious Is Baby lentil soup?
Nutrient density
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Baby lentil soup Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Baby lentil soup Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Baby lentil soup Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Baby lentil soup Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.05g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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