Whole brown lentils
Low GI
GL 7.7 per cup (192 g) · GL 4 per 100 g
- Low glycemic load and index
- Moderate carbohydrate content
Whole brown lentils has a glycemic index of 21 (Low). One cup (192 g) adds a glycemic load of 7.7.
Updated Jan 16, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Whole brown lentils is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 12 g | 0.5 |
| 1 cup | 192 g | 7.7 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 116 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 20.1 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.8 g |
| Natural | 1.8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 7.9 g |
| Soluble | 2.4 g |
| Insoluble | 5.5 g |
| Protein | 9 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.3 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low glycemic load and index
- High fiber content
- Good plant protein source
- Moderate carbohydrate content
- Incomplete protein (lacks some amino acids)
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Whole brown lentils
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Whole brown lentils?
Whole brown lentils has a glycemic index of 21 (Low). One cup (192 g) has a glycemic load of 7.7; per 100 g the glycemic load is 4.
Is Whole brown lentils good for people with insulin resistance?
Whole brown lentils has a low glycemic index (21), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
How does Whole brown lentils affect blood sugar?
Whole brown lentils has a glycemic load of 4 per 100g, which indicates a minimal impact on blood sugar levels.
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