Protein in lentils by portion
| Portion | Protein |
|---|---|
| cup (198 g) | 18 g |
| half cup (99 g) | 8.9 g |
| 100 g | 9 g |
Typical values, cooked weight. Brands and recipes vary, so check the label when you have one.
How lentils compares
Lentils ranks #37 of 44 common high-protein foods by protein per 100 g. Here it is next to similar foods:
How much lentils to hit your target
333 gof lentils gives you 30 g of protein, a typical meal
14%of a 126 g daily target in one cup of lentils
7%of a 126 g daily target in 100 g
126 g is the target for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult who wants to build muscle. Your number depends on your weight and goal: calculate your daily protein.
Questions about protein in lentils
How much protein is in one cup of lentils?
One cup of lentils (198 g) has about 18 g of protein. Per 100 g, lentils has 9 g.
Is lentils high in protein?
It is a good source. Lentils has 9 g of protein per 100 g, which ranks #37 of the 44 foods in our list. It works well alongside a richer protein source.
How much lentils do I need for 30 g of protein?
About 333 g, or about 1.5 cups, gives you 30 g of protein, a typical amount for one meal.
