Lentil Soup
The warmth of winter and a warm meal that supports immunity and comfort: puréed yellow lentil soup with onion, cumin, olive oil and lemon. It has a very low glycemic index (30) and gives the body warming energy and soluble fibre that supports healthy arteries.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
An ideal starter for lunch or dinner that fills the stomach and curbs overeating; starting your meal with it helps you naturally eat less starch afterwards.
Best preparation methods
Cook it with yellow lentils, water, onion, cumin and olive oil, and avoid adding lots of potato or processed stock cubes high in sodium and flavour enhancers.
Important Nutritional Note
For people with diabetes or insulin resistance, it is always recommended to consider the total glycemic load (GL) of the meal rather than relying on the glycemic index alone.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (250 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 116 kcal | 290 kcal |
| Protein | 8.6 g | 21.5 g |
| Carbohydrate | 19 g | 47.5 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 11.2 g | 28 g |
| Fat | 0.8 g | 2 g |
| Dietary fibre | 7.8 g | 19.5 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Arabic dishes with a glycemic index (24), it ranks 5 (lowest first).
Smart alternatives from the same family:
Frequently asked questions
Is Lentil Soup good for weight loss?
It can be included in moderation: it contains 7.8 g of fibre per 100 g, which supports fullness, and a 250 g portion gives 290 kcal.
How does Lentil Soup affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 30 (Low), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 250 g portion has a glycemic load of 8.4 (Low), so the effect of this portion on blood sugar is limited.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Lentil Soup?
A typical 250 g portion of Lentil Soup provides about 290 kcal, 21.5 g protein, 47.5 g carbohydrate, 2 g fat and 19.5 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.