Lentils, red, split, dried, boiled in unsalted water

Red split lentils are pulses made from dried lentil seeds that have been split. The figures here describe lentils boiled in unsalted water, rather than the dried product. They mainly provide carbohydrate, plant protein and fibre. Per 100g, they contain 17g of carbohydrate, 8.1g of protein, 6.3g of fibre and 0.7g of fat.

Protein supports the growth and repair of body tissues, while fibre helps maintain normal bowel function. These boiled lentils contain only trace amounts of salt and saturated fat. Salt added during cooking, or ingredients such as stock and sauces, can change the salt content of the finished dish. Full nutritional figures are provided in the tables below.