Boiled LentilsVSBoiled Chickpeas

Comparing Lentils with Chickpeas

Boiled Lentils

Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Legumes and Legume Products USDA #172421
Top Protein
Protein9.0g
Cals
116
Fat
0.4g
Carbs
20.1g

Boiled Chickpeas

Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Legumes and Legume Products USDA #173757
Protein8.9g
Cals
164
Fat
2.6g
Carbs
27.4g

Key Differences

Protein Gap
0.2g
-2% difference
Calorie Gap
48
41% difference
Fat Gap
2.2g
Carb Gap
7.3g

Category Winners

💪
Most Protein
Per 100g serving
Boiled Lentils
📉
Lowest Calories
For weight loss
Boiled Lentils
Best Efficiency
Protein per calorie
Boiled Lentils
Source: USDA FoodData Central • Data as of 2025-12-14