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Low GI
Natural
High Potassium

Lentils Calories

Plant protein, high fiber, rich in iron and folate

CALORIES

116kcal

GI

21low

POTASSIUM

369mg

FIBER

7.9g

Lentils Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

116

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

20.1g

· 67%

Protein

9g

· 30%

Fat

0.4g

· 3%

Fiber

7.9g

Lentils Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Folate

181µg · 45% DV

B6

0.35mg · 21% DV

B1

0.17mg · 14% DV

B5

0.57mg · 11% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

180mg · 26% DV

Iron

3mg · 17% DV

Potassium

369mg · 11% DV

Magnesium

36mg · 9% DV

Lentils Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

21
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

4
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

Is Lentils Processed?

NOVA 1

Unprocessed

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 Lentils Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Lentils Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Lentils Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.05g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.05g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.21g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Lentils — Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories and how much protein are in lentils?

Lentils provide 116 calories and 9g of protein per 100g. They also contain 20.1g carbs, 0.4g fat, and 7.9g fiber.

Are lentils low glycemic and diet-friendly?

Lentils have a glycemic index of 21, which is considered low. Based on the provided data, they fit vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, Mediterranean, and several other eating patterns.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.