Calorie comparison
Lentils vs Tuna
Lentils and Tuna have the same calories per 100 g, but tuna has more protein. Pick based on macros, not just calories.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Lentils | Tuna |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 116 | 116 |
| Protein | 9 g | 26 g |
| Carbs | 20 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g | 1 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
🫘 Lentils
1 cup cooked (198 g)
230 cal
17.8 g protein · 39.6 g carbs · 0.8 g fat
🐟 Tuna
3 oz canned in water (85 g)
99 cal
22.1 g protein · 0 g carbs · 0.9 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, lentils or tuna?
Per 100 g, lentils has 116 calories and tuna has 116. They're the same.
Which has more protein, lentils or tuna?
Lentils has 9 g of protein per 100 g; tuna has 26 g. Tuna wins on protein.
Is lentils or tuna better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here they're close on calories — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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