Is Lentils (cooked) High-protein-friendly?
Verdict
Flexitarian-friendly
Lentils (cooked) fits flexitarian eating. Flexitarian is the most flexible major diet — most plant-based with occasional meat.
Per 1 cup cooked (198g)
Calories
230 kcal
Protein
17.8g
Carbs
39.6g
Net Carbs
24g
Fat
0.8g
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Why this matters for High-protein
No food groups are eliminated; the goal is plant-leaning over plant-strict.
FAQ
Is Lentils (cooked) OK on High-protein?
Flexitarian-friendly. Lentils (cooked) fits flexitarian eating. Flexitarian is the most flexible major diet — most plant-based with occasional meat.
How many calories in Lentils (cooked)?
116 kcal per 100g, or 230 kcal per 1 cup cooked (198g).