Sprouted lentils
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 106 kcal |
| Protein | 9.0 g |
| Fat | 0.6 g |
| Carbs | 22.1 g |
Sprouted lentils are raw lentil seeds that have been germinated until a short shoot emerges, typically eaten fresh in salads, grain bowls, wraps, or lightly stir-fried. Per 100 g, they provide 106 kcal, 9 g of protein, 0.6 g of fat, 22.1 g of carbohydrates and 1.5 g of dietary fibre — a notably high protein content for a plant-based ingredient in its raw form. On the mineral side, they supply 322 mg of potassium, 173 mg of phosphorus and 37 mg of magnesium per 100 g. Vitamin-wise, sprouted lentils are a meaningful source of folate (100 mcg per 100 g), vitamin K (48 mcg) and vitamin C (16.5 mg). No glycemic index value is available for this form. Suitable for vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, gluten-free, dairy-free and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
How many calories in sprouted lentils?
Sprouted lentils contain 106 kcal per 100 g in their raw state. A typical handful used in a salad or wrap is around 50 g, which comes to roughly 53 kcal.
How much folate is in sprouted lentils?
Sprouted lentils provide 100 mcg of folate per 100 g, making them one of the more notable plant sources of this B-vitamin. That figure represents a meaningful share of the general adult reference intake of 400 mcg per day.
Are sprouted lentils vegan-friendly?
Yes, sprouted lentils are entirely plant-based and appear on the vegan, vegetarian and Mediterranean diet lists. They also happen to be gluten-free and dairy-free, making them broadly compatible with many common dietary patterns.
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Glycemic Index
approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 106 kcal |
| Protein | 9.0 g |
| Fat | 0.55 g |
| Carbs | 22.1 g |
| Fiber | 1.4 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.057 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.10 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.22 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.043 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.20 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 25.0 mg |
| Iron | 3.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 37.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 173 mg |
| Potassium | 322 mg |
| Sodium | 11.0 mg |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg |
| Copper | 0.35 mg |
| Manganese | 0.51 mg |
| Selenium | 0.60 mcg |
| Iodine | 2.0 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 2.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 16.5 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0.20 mg |
| Vitamin K | 48.0 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.23 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.13 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.1 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.58 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.19 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 100 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
| Choline | 14.4 mg |
