Calorie comparison
Cheeseburger vs Lentils
Per 100 grams, lentils is the lighter choice by 136 calories, while cheeseburger 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 | Cheeseburger | Lentils |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 252 | 116 |
| Protein | 12.6 g | 9 g |
| Carbs | 26.9 g | 20 g |
| Fat | 10.9 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
🍔 Cheeseburger
1 burger (119 g)
300 cal
15 g protein · 32 g carbs · 13 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, cheeseburger or lentils?
Per 100 g, cheeseburger has 252 calories and lentils has 116. Lentils is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, cheeseburger or lentils?
Cheeseburger has 12.6 g of protein per 100 g; lentils has 9 g. Cheeseburger wins on protein.
Is cheeseburger 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 lentils — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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