How many calories are in Red lentils?

Red lentils contains 30 calories per 100g serving, with 27g of protein, 61g of carbohydrates, and 1g of fat.

Is Red lentils good for fat loss?

Red lentils has a macro efficiency score of 1.00 (scale: 0–1.0). It provides 360% of its calories from protein, making it an excellent choice for fat loss goals.

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Red lentils.

Metabolic profile analysis. Technical breakdown of Red lentils and its impact on skeletal muscle retention and daily energy expenditure.

Total Energy30kcal

Bio-Protein27g

Carbohydrates61g

Total Lipids1g

Nutritional Efficiency Report

Red lentils is a very low-calorie food with high-protein content. At 30 kcal per 100g, it delivers 27g of protein — representing 360% of its total caloric load. Carbohydrates account for 813% and fats for 30% of calories.

"Efficiency Score 1.00 — this asset ranks in the top tier of the DataFood database for protein delivery per calorie. Optimal for fat loss, lean bulking, and body recomposition phases."

At 61g carbs per 100g, it is better suited to carb-cycling or maintenance phases.

With only 30 kcal per 100g, Red lentils is a high-volume food — you can consume a large serving while keeping total caloric intake controlled. This makes it particularly effective for hunger management in deficit phases.

Protocol Compatibility

Ketosis Impact

At 61g carbs per 100g, it is better suited to carb-cycling or maintenance phases.

Thermic Effect (TEF)

Protein content of 27g per 100g triggers a significant Thermic Effect of Food. The body expends approximately 20–30% of protein calories during digestion, yielding a net caloric benefit compared to equivalent fat or carbohydrate sources.

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Institutional Disclaimer: The nutritional data provided for Red lentils is derived from clinical databases and algorithmic estimation. This report is for metabolic infrastructure planning only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a clinical nutritionist before implementing aggressive deficit protocols.