Calorie comparison
Broccoli vs Lentils
Per 100 grams, broccoli is the lighter choice by 82 calories, while lentils delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Broccoli | Lentils |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 34 | 116 |
| Protein | 2.8 g | 9 g |
| Carbs | 7 g | 20 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g | 0.4 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🥦 Broccoli
1 cup chopped (91 g)
31 cal
2.5 g protein · 6.4 g carbs · 0.4 g fat
🫘 Lentils
1 cup cooked (198 g)
230 cal
17.8 g protein · 39.6 g carbs · 0.8 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, broccoli or lentils?
Per 100 g, broccoli has 34 calories and lentils has 116. Broccoli is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, broccoli or lentils?
Broccoli has 2.8 g of protein per 100 g; lentils has 9 g. Lentils wins on protein.
Is broccoli or lentils better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward broccoli — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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