Brown Rice and Lentils has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
The food contains 25g 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 6 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Brown Rice and Lentils has been given a composite ranking of 84, and on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 15% | |
Calories from Fat | 21% | |
Calories from Carbs | 64% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1475 IU | 29.5% | ||
Vitamin C | 56.3 mg | 93.8% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.42 mg | 1.4% | ||
Thiamin | 0.14 mg | 9.4% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.06 mg | 3.4% | ||
Niacin | 0.94 mg | 4.7% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.31 mg | 15.7% | ||
Folate | 75.6 mcg | 18.9% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.41 mg | 4.1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 116 mg | 11.6% | ||
Iron | 1.5 mg | 8.6% | ||
Magnesium | 35.6 mg | 8.9% | ||
Phosphorus | 111 mg | 11.1% | ||
Potassium | 363.9 mg | 10.4% | ||
Sodium | 487.8 mg | 20.3% | ||
Zinc | 0.75 mg | 5% | ||
Copper | 0.18 mg | 9% | ||
Manganese | 0.61 mg | 30.3% | ||
Selenium | 1.6 mcg | 2.3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 25 g | 8.3% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 20.4% | ||
Sugars | 1.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 6 g | 12% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 3.7 g | 5.7% | ||
Saturated Fat | 1 g | 5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 152 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.7 g 5.7%
Saturated Fat 1 g 5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 4 mg 1.3%
Sodium 487.8 mg 20.3%
Total Carbohydrates 25 g 8.3%
Dietary Fiber 5.1 g20.4%
Sugars 1.5 g
Protein 6 g 12%
Vitamin A 29.5% Vitamin C 93.8%
Calcium 11.6% Iron 8.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 481
Protein 19 g | Carbs 97.8 g | Fat 2.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 140
Protein 9.1 g | Carbs 11.3 g | Fat 6.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 396
Protein 17.9 g | Carbs 80.1 g | Fat 1.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 156
Protein 5.7 g | Carbs 27.3 g | Fat 3.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 184
Protein 8.5 g | Carbs 34.3 g | Fat 1.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 188
Protein 11.4 g | Carbs 28.2 g | Fat 5.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 158
Protein 4 g | Carbs 30.2 g | Fat 2.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 259
Protein 17.5 g | Carbs 15.6 g | Fat 10.2 g