Calorie comparison
Chia Seeds vs Lentils
Per 100 grams, lentils is the lighter choice by 370 calories, while chia seeds 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 | Chia Seeds | Lentils |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 486 | 116 |
| Protein | 17 g | 9 g |
| Carbs | 42 g | 20 g |
| Fat | 31 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
🌱 Chia Seeds
1 tbsp (12 g)
58 cal
2 g protein · 5 g carbs · 3.7 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, chia seeds or lentils?
Per 100 g, chia seeds has 486 calories and lentils has 116. Lentils is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, chia seeds or lentils?
Chia Seeds has 17 g of protein per 100 g; lentils has 9 g. Chia Seeds wins on protein.
Is chia seeds 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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