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Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz

According to USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 2590924, data refreshed July 2026), nutrition facts per 100g, sourced verbatim.

219
Caloriesmoderate density
25.0g
Proteinhigh · 50% DV
59.4g
Carbshigh · 22% DV
219 calories per 100g

Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz contains 219 calories per 100g according to USDA FoodData Central. It has 25.0g of protein, 0g of fat, and 59.4g of carbohydrates per 100g. Data is sourced verbatim from the Branded Food database, refreshed July 2026.

  • More protein than 85% of USDA whole foods

The verdict

Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz is a protein standout, richer in protein than 85% of USDA whole foods.

25.0g
protein per 100g
Top 15%
protein vs USDA whole foods
219
calories per 100g
28.1g
fiber per 100g

Percentile computed against the 7,880 USDA SR Legacy and Foundation whole foods with a protein value, not branded or processed items.

FDA labeling rules →

Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz by GEFEN contains 219 calories per 100g, according to the USDA FoodData Central database. Below you will find a complete nutrient breakdown including vitamins, minerals, and daily value percentages based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are normalized to a 100g serving per the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Source: USDA laboratory analysis and manufacturer-reported label data for food products sold in the United States.

💪 High Protein 🌾 Good Fiber Source 🧂 Low Sodium

Where this data comes from

USDA FoodData Central is the United States government's authoritative reference for food composition, maintained by the Agricultural Research Service and updated as new laboratory analyses and manufacturer submissions are processed. Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz is catalogued there as FDC ID 2590924, a branded food entry from GEFEN. Every figure on this page comes from USDA laboratory analysis under the FDC Branded Food program, standardized to 100 g so it can be compared fairly against any other food in the database. Values are shown on the USDA per-100 g basis.

By the per-100g standardization, Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz reads as high protein, good fiber source, low sodium within common dietary frameworks. Check the full breakdown above for vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.

Allergen indicators

No FDA Big 9 major-allergen indicator was detected in the product name and brand text scan (milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, sesame). Absence-of-flag does NOT mean allergen-free. The USDA FoodData Central release does not always include a full ingredient list, always verify with the FDA-mandated ingredient and allergen statement printed on the physical package before consumption.

Nutrition Facts Serving size 100g Amount per serving Calories 219 % Daily Value* Total Fat 0g 0% Saturated Fat 0g 0% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 16mg 1% Total Carbohydrate 59g 22% Dietary Fiber 28g 100% Total Sugars 0g Includes 0g Added Sugars 0% Protein 25g Vitamin D 0mcg 0% Calcium 338mg 26% Iron 45mg 252% Potassium 5728mg 122% * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Values per 100g

Macro Breakdown

219
Calories per 100g

219 kcal = 11% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value

0%100%11of 2,000 kcal
219 kcal = 11% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value
P: 25.0gF: 0.0gC: 59.4g
25.0g
Protein
50% DV
59.4g
Carbs
22% DV
28.1g
Fiber
100% DV
16mg
Sodium
1% DV

Values shown per 100g, the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Serving size for this entry is not declared in the USDA release.

Where Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz ranks on protein

Its 25.0g of protein per 100g placed against every USDA reference (whole) food, the 7,880 SR Legacy and Foundation items with a protein value.

Protein per 100g - Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz vs every USDA reference food

USDA reference (whole) foods with a protein value

25 Top 15% higher than 85% of 7,880 USDA reference foods

0–5: 2,829 USDA reference foods (36%). Below this entry. 5–10: 1,170 USDA reference foods (15%). Below this entry. 10–15: 863 USDA reference foods (11%). Below this entry. 15–20: 783 USDA reference foods (10%). Below this entry. 20–25: 1,085 USDA reference foods (14%). Below this entry. 25–30: 826 USDA reference foods (10%). This entry sits in this band. 30–35: 230 USDA reference foods (3%). Above this entry. 35–40: 32 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 40–45: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 45–50: 11 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 50–55: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 55–60: 33 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. This food 0 60 every USDA reference food, bucketed by value

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Source USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy & Foundation · July 2026

Full Nutrient Breakdown

Every nutrient USDA reports for this food, per 100 g, with each value's share of the FDA Daily Value shown as a bar.

Macronutrients

Nutrient Amount % DV
Carbohydrate, by difference 59.4 G
22%
Energy 219 KCAL
Fiber, total dietary 28.1 G
100%
Protein 25.0 G
50%
Total Sugars 0.00 G
Total lipid (fat) 0.00 G
0%

Minerals

Nutrient Amount % DV
Calcium, Ca 338 MG
26%
Iron, Fe 45 MG
252%
Potassium, K 5728 MG
122%
Sodium, Na 16 MG
1%
Vitamin D (D2 + D3) 0.0 UG

Lipids

Nutrient Amount % DV
Cholesterol 0 MG
0%
Fatty acids, total saturated 0.00 G
0%
Fatty acids, total trans 0.00 G

Key takeaways

  • Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz delivers 25.0g of protein per 100g, more than 85% of USDA whole foods. See the protein ranking
  • It carries 219 calories per 100g.
  • Its standout micronutrient is iron, fe, at 252% of the Daily Value per 100g.
  • Based on its per-100g profile, it fits high protein, good fiber source, low sodium patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz? ▼
Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz contains 219 calories per 100g. It has 25.0g of protein, 0g of fat, and 59.4g of carbohydrates.
How much sodium is in Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz? ▼
Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz contains 16mg of sodium per 100g, which is 1% of the recommended daily limit (2,300mg).
Is Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz high in fiber? ▼
Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz contains 28.1g of dietary fiber per 100g, which is 100% of the daily recommended value (28g). This is considered a good source of fiber.
Is Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz keto-friendly? ▼
Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz has 59.4g of carbs per 100g (108% of calories), which may be too high for strict keto diets (typically under 5g net carbs per serving).
What vitamins and minerals are in Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz? ▼
Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz is notably rich in Iron, Fe (252% DV), Potassium, K (122% DV), Calcium, Ca (26% DV). Daily-value percentages are computed against the USDA per-100g standardization basis as published in FoodData Central.
How does Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz compare to other foods? ▼
Gefen Lentils, 16 Oz provides 219 calories and 25.0g protein per 100g. That is 9 calories per gram of protein. Use our compare tool to see how it stacks up against similar foods in the same category.

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Primary source data

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USDA FoodData Central
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FDA Food Labeling & Nutrition
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NIH Office of Dietary Supplements
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Dietary Guidelines for Americans
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Data Sources & Methodology

Data from USDA FoodData Central, April 2026 release. See our methodology.

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 2590924) — Branded Food database. Verify with USDA →

Source: FDA 2,000-calorie Daily Value reference — %DV computed against the USDA per-100g standardization basis.

Disclaimer: This information is for reference only and should not replace professional dietary advice. Nutrient content may vary by brand, preparation method, and seasonal factors.

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Every figure on GetFoodFacts is rendered directly from official USDA FoodData Central records, no number is typed in by an editor. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.