Lentils are a protein-rich legume that has been cultivated for over 8,000 years. In Bulgaria, lentil soup (леща чорба) is a beloved comfort food, and lentils are an important part of the Orthodox fasting cuisine.
How should I track Lentils (cooked)?
Lentils is high in fiber. When tracking Lentils, the dry-vs-cooked distinction is critical. Legumes absorb roughly 2–3 times their weight in water during soaking and cooking, so 100 g dry becomes 250–300 g cooked. Always check which form the nutrition values refer to. A meta-analysis of 43 RCTs (Reid-McCann et al., Nutr Rev 2025) found plant protein matches dairy for muscle outcomes — so tracking precision matters just as much here. If you use canned legumes, drain and rinse to reduce sodium by about 40%. Weigh on a kitchen scale for the most reliable count.