Legumes
How many calories in Egyptian Lentil Soup?
This hearty Egyptian lentil soup is packed with flavor and nutrients.
Per 100 g
100 kcal
1 Bowl
240 kcal
(240 g)
| Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|
| 7 g / 100g | 18 g / 100g | 3 g / 100g |
In numbers
Where the calories come from
Protein 22% · Carbs 57% · Fat 21%
Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.
- 1 Bowl (240 g, 240 kcal) is 12% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
- Burning 1 bowl takes about 59 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).
Compared with similar foods
Egyptian Lentil Soup is number 2 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 156 kcal per 100 g.
| Food | kcal / 100 g | Protein / 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Spiced Lentil Stew | 90 | 6.5 g |
| Egyptian Lentil Soup | 100 | 7 g |
| Lentil Vegetable Stew | 120 | 9 g |
| Stuffed Grape Leaves | 160 | 3.5 g |
| Oven-Baked Falafel | 196 | 9 g |
| African Peanut Stew | 215 | 9 g |
Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.
Health score
10/10
Weight loss suitability
A filling, low-calorie option, perfect for weight management.
Frequently asked questions
- Is this soup vegetarian?
- Yes, it's completely vegetarian and made from plant-based ingredients.
- Can I freeze the soup?
- Yes, it freezes well for future meals.
- What spices are in this soup?
- Cumin, coriander, and garlic give it a warming flavor.
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