Is lentil soup good for weight loss?

Yes, it is low in calories and high in fiber.

Can I add meat to this soup?

Yes, but it's delicious on its own as a vegan option.

Use a blender for a creamy texture or add mashed potatoes.

Legumes

A hearty and savory lentil soup, packed with nutrition and flavor.

Pro 100 g

70 kcal

1 cup

168 kcal

(240 g)

Protein	Kohlenhydrate	Fett
4.5 g / 100g	12 g / 100g	1 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 24% · Carbs 64% · Fat 12%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 cup (240 g, 168 kcal) is 8% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 cup takes about 41 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Savory Lentil Soup is number 1 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 156 kcal per 100 g.

Nutrition data updated June 13, 2026.

8/10

Filling and low-calorie, great for a healthy meal option.

Is lentil soup good for weight loss?: Yes, it is low in calories and high in fiber.
Can I add meat to this soup?: Yes, but it's delicious on its own as a vegan option.
How can I thicken the soup?: Use a blender for a creamy texture or add mashed potatoes.

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