Green lentil
Green lentil, cooked
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 99 kcal |
| Protein | 7.8 g |
| Fat | 0.6 g |
| Carbs | 16.2 g |
Green lentil, cooked, is a small legume that becomes tender and earthy-flavoured after boiling, making it a staple in soups, stews, salads and side dishes across South Asian, Middle Eastern and European cuisines. Per 100 g, cooked green lentils provide 99 kcal, 7.8 g of protein, 0.6 g of fat, 16.2 g of carbohydrates and a notable 8.5 g of dietary fibre, with very little sugar (0.2 g). They contribute 215 mg of potassium, 114 mg of phosphorus, 32.7 mg of choline and 23 mcg of folate per 100 g. No glycemic index value is available for this entry. Cooked green lentils are suitable for vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
How many calories in cooked green lentils?
Cooked green lentils contain 99 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving of around 180 g would provide approximately 178 kcal.
How much protein is in cooked green lentils?
Cooked green lentils provide 7.8 g of protein per 100 g, making them one of the more protein-dense plant-based foods. A 180 g serving delivers around 14 g of protein.
Are green lentils keto-friendly?
Green lentils appear on the keto diet list here, though at 16.2 g of carbohydrates per 100 g they sit at the higher end for a keto context. Their 8.5 g of fibre per 100 g brings the net carb figure down to around 7.7 g, which may fit a moderate or targeted keto approach in small portions.
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Glycemic Index
approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 99.0 kcal |
| Protein | 7.8 g |
| Fat | 0.60 g |
| Carbs | 16.2 g |
| Sugars | 0.20 g |
| Fiber | 8.4 g |
| Starch | 15.8 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.093 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.13 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.18 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.052 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.16 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 35.0 mg |
| Iron | 2.4 mg |
| Magnesium | 32.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 114 mg |
| Potassium | 215 mg |
| Sodium | 191 mg |
| Zinc | 1.3 mg |
| Copper | 0.24 mg |
| Manganese | 0.32 mg |
| Selenium | 12.0 mcg |
| Iodine | 0 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0.50 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0.28 mg |
| Vitamin K | 2.6 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.094 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.022 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.52 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.18 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 23.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
| Choline | 32.7 mg |
