Raw LentilsVSRaw Chickpeas

Comparing Lentils with Chickpeas

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

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Raw Chickpeas

Plant

May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.

Legumes and Legume Products• USDA #2644282

Protein21.3g

Cals

383

Fat

6.3g

Carbs

60.4g

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Key Differences

Protein Gap

3.4g

-14% difference

Calorie Gap

9% difference

Fat Gap

5.2g

Carb Gap

3.0g

Category Winners

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Most Protein

Per 100g serving

Raw Lentils

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Lowest Calories

For weight loss

Raw Lentils

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Best Efficiency

Protein per calorie

Raw Lentils

Source: USDA FoodData Central • Data as of 2025-12-14