Calories in Lentils (cooked)
Lentils (cooked) contains 116 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 serving (200 g) — carries about 232 kcal.
The quickest-cooking legume — protein and fibre at low cost and calories.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 1 serving (200 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 116 kcal | 232 kcal |
| Protein | 9 g | 18 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g | 0.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 20 g | 40 g |
| Fibre | 7.9 g | 16 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~58 minutes
~23 minutes
Approximate, for a ~232 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in lentils (cooked)?
Lentils (cooked) contains 116 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 serving (200 g) — carries about 232 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does lentils (cooked) have?
Per 100 g: 9 g protein, 0.4 g fat and 20 g carbohydrates, of which 7.9 g fibre.
Is lentils (cooked) suitable for a diet?
In moderation — 116 kcal per 100 g is a medium calorie density. A serving (1 serving (200 g)) carries ~232 kcal, so portion size matters. The quickest-cooking legume — protein and fibre at low cost and calories.
How much does one serving of lentils (cooked) weigh?
The typical serving is 1 serving (200 g) — about 200 g, which equals ~232 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of lentils (cooked)?
Roughly 58 minutes of brisk walking or 23 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.