Raw LentilsVSRaw Black Beans

Comparing Lentils with Black beans

Raw Lentils

Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Legumes and Legume Products USDA #172420
Top Protein
Protein24.6g
Cals
352
Fat
1.1g
Carbs
63.4g

Raw Black Beans

Plant
May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.
Legumes and Legume Products USDA #747444
Protein24.4g
Cals
274
Fat
1.4g
Carbs
40.8g

Key Differences

Protein Gap
0.2g
-1% difference
Calorie Gap
78
-22% difference
Fat Gap
0.4g
Carb Gap
22.5g

Category Winners

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