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Lentils, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, with salt
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Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 1.5 MG | 2% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 14% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Niacin | 1.1 MG | 7% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.6 MG | 13% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.2 MG | 10% | |
| Folate, total | 181 UG | 45% | |
| Choline, total | 32.7 MG | 6% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.7 UG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 19 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 3.3 MG | 19% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 36 MG | 9% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 180 MG | 14% | |
| Potassium, K | 369 MG | 8% | |
| Sodium, Na | 238 MG | 10% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.3 MG | 12% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.3 MG | 28% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.5 MG | 21% | |
| Selenium, Se | 2.8 UG | 5% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 114 kcal per 100g.
- Very low in fat (0.4g per 100g).
- High in dietary fiber (7.9g per 100g), supporting digestive health.
- Good source of Copper, Cu (28% DV).
- Good source of Manganese, Mn (21% DV).
- Good source of Folate, total (45% DV).
About Lentils, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, with salt
Lentils cooked with salt are one of the most efficient plant proteins available: high protein, high fiber, almost no fat, and ready in under half an hour with no soaking required. They break down into a soft, earthy mush if cooked long, or hold a tender bite if pulled earlier. Red lentils dissolve into dal; green and brown hold shape better in soups and salads. Among legumes, few are more practical.
Dietary Information
Lentils, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, with salt is considered low-fat, high-fiber, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Lentils, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, with salt include Folate, total (45% DV) , Copper, Cu (28% DV) , and Manganese, Mn (21% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 114 calories per 100 grams, Lentils, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, with salt gets 32% of its calories from protein, 69% from carbohydrates, and 3% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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