Lentils (Cooked) Calories & Carbs
Last updated September 8, 2026 · Compiled by the CarbMeNot Team
Values per 1 cup cooked (198g); per 100 g: 12.3g net carbs, 116 cal. Net carbs = total carbs − fiber − sugar alcohols — do the math for any label with the free net carbs calculator.
How many carbs are in lentils (cooked)?
Lentils (Cooked) — 1 cup cooked (198g) — has 24.4g net carbs: 40g total carbs minus 15.6g fiber, plus 17.8g protein, 0.8g fat, and 230 calories. Per 100g that is 12.3g net carbs (20.2g total carbs, 7.9g fiber) and 116 calories. That makes lentils (cooked) moderate in net carbs and lower than the typical vegetable, which averages about 17.9g net carbs per 100g. At this carb count, lentils (cooked) is best limited to small portions on keto (usually 20–50g net carbs per day). Values are per 100 g, sourced from Manufacturer-reported values; net carbs are computed by CarbMeNot.
Is lentils (cooked) keto-friendly?
Lentils (Cooked) is generally not keto-friendly. 1 cup cooked (198g) is 24.4g net carbs (40g total carbs − 15.6g fiber); per 100g that is 12.3g net carbs. On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), even one serving uses a large share of your daily carbs, so keep portions small or save it for a higher-carb day.
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Carbs by serving size
| Serving | Net carbs | Total carbs | Protein | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 cup cooked | 24.4g | 40g | 17.8g | 230 |
| 100 g (3.5 oz) | 12.3g | 20.2g | 9g | 116 |
| 1 oz (28 g) | 3.4g | 5.7g | 2.5g | 32 |
How many calories are in lentils (cooked)?
Lentils (Cooked) — 1 cup cooked (198g) — has 230 calories, with 17.8g protein, 0.8g fat, and 24.4g net carbs. Per 100g: 116 calories and 12.3g net carbs.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount (per 100 g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 116 |
| Total carbs | 20.2g |
| Net carbs | 12.3g |
| Fiber | 7.9g |
| Sugar | 1.8g |
| Sugar alcohols | 0g |
| Protein | 9g |
| Fat | 0.4g |
| Sodium | 2mg |
| Potassium | 369mg |
Source: Manufacturer-reported values (other). Net carbs = total carbs − fiber − sugar alcohols, computed by CarbMeNot.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many carbs are in lentils (cooked)?
- Lentils (Cooked) (1 cup cooked, 198g) has 40g of total carbs and 24.4g of net carbs. Per 100 grams: 20.2g total, 12.3g net.
- How many net carbs are in lentils (cooked)?
- Lentils (Cooked) has 24.4g of net carbs per 1 cup cooked (198g) — 40g total carbs minus 15.6g fiber.
- Is lentils (cooked) keto-friendly?
- Lentils (Cooked) is generally not keto-friendly. 1 cup cooked (198g) is 24.4g net carbs (40g total carbs − 15.6g fiber); per 100g that is 12.3g net carbs. On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), even one serving uses a large share of your daily carbs, so keep portions small or save it for a higher-carb day.
- How many calories are in lentils (cooked)?
- Lentils (Cooked) (1 cup cooked, 198g) has 230 calories; that is 116 calories per 100 grams.
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