USDA Reference DataPer 100g Serving

Lentils Nutrition Facts

Complete macro and micronutrient analysis of Lentils. Verified USDA FoodData Central profile with amino acid details, dietary fiber metrics, and daily target calculators.

What are the nutrition facts for Lentils?

100g of Lentils contains 116 calories, 9g of plant protein, 20.1g of carbohydrates, 0.4g of fat, and 7.9g of dietary fiber.

Lentils is a nutrient-dense vegan staple. Data is sourced from USDA FoodData Central reference measurements.

Calories

116 kcal

Protein

9 g

Carbs

20.1 g

Fiber

7.9 g

Healthy Fats

0.4 g

Source: USDA FoodData Central

116

Calories (kcal)

9g

Protein

20.1g

Carbohydrates

0.4g

Healthy Fats

7.9g

Dietary Fiber

Essential Micronutrients & Daily Values

Adult Reference Daily Intake (RDI)

Iron

3.3 mg

18% of Daily Value

Calcium

0 mg

Trace

Plant Omega-3 (ALA)

0 g

None

Vitamin B12

0 mcg

Requires Fortification/Supplement

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Healthy Recipes with Lentils

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High-Protein Red Lentil Dal (Tarka Dal)

A comforting, restaurant-quality Indian red lentil dal packed with 18g plant protein per serving, fragrant spices, and creamy coconut milk.

30 mins0g protein

Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in 100g of Lentils?
100g of Lentils provides 9g of plant protein and 116 calories, making it an excellent nutrient-dense vegan staple.
What key micronutrients does Lentils provide?
Lentils is a natural source of dietary fiber (7.9g), iron (3.3mg).
Do lentils need soaking before cooking?
Red split lentils cook in 15-20 minutes without soaking. Brown/green lentils cook in 25-30 minutes.