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High-protein, gluten-free legume-based omelet
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Red lentil flour omelet (120 g) has 218 calories. That works out to 182 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.3 g of carbs, 13.7 g of protein, 8.2 g of fat and 5.6 g of fiber. Its 10.2 µg of Biotin covers 34% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 34 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
218
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
22.3g
· 8% DV
Protein
13.7g
· 27% DV
Fat
8.2g
· 11% DV
Fiber
5.6g
· 20% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 41% · Protein 25% · Fat 34%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 218 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.2 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.04 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22.3 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% |
| Protein | 13.7 g | 27% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 218 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 30 g | 55 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (grated) | 30 g | 55 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 60 g | 109 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 146 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 182 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 273 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 170 g | 309 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 220 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 182 calories per 100 g.
Whisk red lentil flour with eggs, water, and seasonings until the batter is smooth and pourable. Let it rest briefly, then cook it in a lightly oiled pan over medium heat. Flip only after the edges are set and the underside releases easily.
Red lentil flour omelet has an eggy taste from the eggs, with a mild, earthy lentil flavor underneath. Its texture is usually denser than a plain egg omelet, especially when the batter is thick or loaded with vegetables.
Red lentil flour omelet can turn gummy when the batter is too thick or the center is undercooked. Whisk in enough water to make it pourable, let the flour hydrate briefly, and cook it over moderate heat so the middle sets before serving.
Yes, you can make red lentil flour omelet without eggs by mixing the flour with water and seasonings. The result will be closer to a savory lentil pancake than a classic omelet, so spread the batter evenly and let it cook through before turning.
Spinach, scallions, herbs, mushrooms, and crumbled cheese all work well in red lentil flour omelet. Chop vegetables finely and cook watery ingredients first, so they do not make the omelet soggy or difficult to flip.
No, red lentil flour omelet is made with red lentil flour, while a chickpea flour omelet uses chickpea flour. Both can be cooked as savory, pancake-like dishes, but their flavor and texture differ; one flour may not replace the other in exactly the same proportion.
Yes, you can cook red lentil flour omelet ahead and refrigerate it in a covered container. Reheat it in a pan or microwave until hot, and avoid leaving it at room temperature for an extended time. It is best eaten soon after cooking for the firmest texture.
Yes, cooked red lentil flour omelet can be frozen once cooled. Store portions in an airtight container, thaw them in the refrigerator, and reheat thoroughly in a pan. The texture may be softer after freezing than when freshly made.
Red lentil flour omelet can be a filling meal because it provides protein and fiber, but it does not cause weight loss by itself. Keep added oil and rich toppings in mind, and pair it with vegetables for a balanced meal.
Yes, red lentil flour omelet can be baked in an oven-safe dish, although it will be thicker and more frittata-like than a pan-cooked version. Grease the dish, spread the batter evenly, and bake until the center is fully set.
Vitamins
Biotin
10.2µg · 34% DV
Folate
88.8µg · 22% DV
B12
0.5µg · 21% DV
B2
0.25mg · 19% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
226mg · 32% DV
Selenium
17µg · 31% DV
Manganese
0.62mg · 27% DV
Copper
0.23mg · 26% DV
Sodium
252mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
306mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Red lentil flour omelet combines eggs with red lentil flour and cooks in a pan, giving a familiar omelet a legume-based twist. Recipes may add water, salt or spices to adjust the batter, so the finished omelet can be thin and tender or a little thicker. It is best understood as a flexible home-cooking variation rather than a dish tied to one particular region.
Its texture is soft like an egg omelet, with a slightly heartier bite and earthy note from the lentils. Serve it warm for breakfast or a quick lunch, with greens, tomatoes, herbs or a simple salad; it also fits easily into a meat-free meal. It provides 11.4 g of protein per 100 g, along with fibre. For a lighter plate, use just a little oil in a non-stick pan and pair it with fresh vegetables.
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.
High
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not 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
SATURATED
2.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.56g
Omega 6:3 ratio 23.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (23.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.