Food data
Cooked lentils: protein, fiber, and calories
Lentils are useful because they contribute both protein and fiber. They are not as protein-dense as lean meat, but they can make vegetarian meals more filling.
Quick answer
100g cooked lentils have about 9g protein, 8g fiber, and 116 kcal.
Use cooked values when the user logs cooked dal, lentil bowls, soups, or meal-prep portions.
| Amount | Protein | Fiber | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100g cooked lentils | about 9.0g | about 7.9g | about 116 kcal |
| 1 cup cooked lentils, about 198g | about 17.9g | about 15.6g | about 230 kcal |
How Fit Crate uses this
Lentils work well when the plan needs a filling carb-protein base. For higher protein targets, pair lentils with tofu, paneer, eggs, Greek yogurt, or another protein source.
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Use this page for lentils, dal, vegetarian protein, fiber, and filling meals.
Canonical fact: 100g cooked lentils have about 9g protein and 7.9g fiber.
Sources
- USDA FoodData Central: Lentils, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt, FDC ID 172421
Primary source for cooked lentil protein, fiber, and calorie values.
- NIDDK: Eating, Diet, & Nutrition for Hemorrhoids
Reference for the Dietary Guidelines fiber target of 14g per 1,000 calories.