Lentils in water by Essential Waitrose

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Lentils in water

by Essential Waitrose 400g in Lentil dishes Barcode 5000169043677
Nutri-Score
Not enough data to compute
Processing (NOVA)
Ultra-processed food
Green-Score
a
Environmental impact estimate

Lentils in water by Essential Waitrose provides 68 kcal per 100 g and 4.9 g of protein. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Lentil dishes category and comes in a 400g pack.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
0.4 g · Low
Salt
0 g · Low

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 1 serving (130 g)

Nutrient Per 100 g Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 68 kcal 88 kcal 135 −50%
Total fat 0.4 g 0.5 g 1% 5.5 −93%
Carbohydrates 10.7 g 13.9 g 5% 12.1 −11%
Added sugars 0 g 0 g 0% 0.4 −100%
Dietary fiber 1.7 g 2.2 g 8% 4 −57%
Protein 4.9 g 6.4 g 13% 7.8 −37%
Salt 0 g 0 g 1 −98%

*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 136 Lentil dishes products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other lentil dishes

Calories lower 4%
Salt lower 1%
Protein top 80%
Fiber top 98%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

Green lentils, water, firming agent (calcium chloride).

Palm oil freeVeganVegetarian

Additives 1

Moderate overexposure risk

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Quantity
400g
Serving size
1 serving (130 g)
Labels & certifications
Vegetarian
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
5000169043677

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Lentils in water?

Lentils in water contains 68 kcal per 100 g and about 88 kcal per serving (1 serving (130 g)).

Is Lentils in water healthy?

It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Is Lentils in water vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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