Boiled LentilsVSBoiled Split Peas

Comparing Lentils with Split peas

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 Split Peas

Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Legumes and Legume Products USDA #172429
Protein8.3g
Cals
118
Fat
0.4g
Carbs
21.1g

Key Differences

Protein Gap
0.7g
-8% difference
Calorie Gap
2
2% difference
Fat Gap
0.0g
Carb Gap
1.0g

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