Is lentil curry healthy?

Yes, it's a nutritious meal packed with protein and fiber.

How can I serve lentil curry?

Serve it with rice, flatbread, or on its own as a comforting dish.

The main ingredients are lentils, tomatoes, and various spices.

Legumes

Lentil curry is a flavorful dish rich in protein, fiber, and spices.

Per 100 g

120 kcal

1 cup

240 kcal

(200 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
8 g / 100g	20 g / 100g	4 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 22% · Carbs 54% · Fat 24%

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

1 cup (200 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 cup takes about 59 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Lentil Curry is number 2 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 156 kcal per 100 g.

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

8/10

A hearty meal option that provides fullness with fewer calories.

Is lentil curry healthy?: Yes, it's a nutritious meal packed with protein and fiber.
How can I serve lentil curry?: Serve it with rice, flatbread, or on its own as a comforting dish.
What are the main ingredients in lentil curry?: The main ingredients are lentils, tomatoes, and various spices.

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