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Lentil Chili - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Lentil Chili Recipe

Lentil Chili has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron and Vitamin A.

The food contains 35g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 14 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.5 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Lentil Chili has been given a composite ranking of 84, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein22%
 Calories from Fat24%
 Calories from Carbs54%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Vitamin A
  • No Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Iron

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1250 IU25%
Vitamin C12 mg20%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium60 mg6%
Iron4.5 mg25%
Potassium700 mg20%
Sodium720 mg30%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate35 g11.7%
Dietary Fiber12 g48%
Sugars3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein14 g28%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7 g10.8%
Saturated Fat0 g
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 240 Calories from Fat 60

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7 g 10.8%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 720 mg 30%

Total Carbohydrates 35 g 11.7%

Dietary Fiber 12 g48%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 14 g 28%

Vitamin A 25% Vitamin C 20%

Calcium 6% Iron 25%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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