Lentils
veg · base score 1 · also listed as lentils, red lentils, green lentils, split lentils, split red lentils, whole red lentils, lentil, lenteja*, castilian lentil, lenteja castellana*, legumes (lentils), legumbres (lenteja* min, pulses
What is it?
Lentils is a vegetable ingredient. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- veg
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 225 products
- Also listed as
- lentils, red lentils, green lentils, split lentils, split red lentils, whole red lentils, lentil, lenteja*, castilian lentil, lenteja castellana*, legumes (lentils), legumbres (lenteja* min, pulses
Common questions about lentils
Is Lentils good for dogs?
Yes, we grade it as a good ingredient: recognisable and nutritionally useful, so it lifts a product’s score. Bear in mind that no single ingredient decides quality; the whole recipe and its balance matter more.
How many UK dog foods contain lentils?
225 UK products list lentils as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is lentils called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: lentils, red lentils, green lentils, split lentils, split red lentils, whole red lentils, lentil, lenteja*, castilian lentil, lenteja castellana*, legumes (lentils), legumbres (lenteja* min, pulses. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade lentils?
We grade it good, our highest grade, reserved for recognisable ingredients that add real nutritional value. Every ingredient is converted to its dry-matter share and scored from our glossary before a recipe gets its 1-100 rating; the full method is on our methodology page.
Why are lentils used in dog food?
Lentils are a plant based ingredient that contributes protein, fibre and minerals to a recipe. They often appear in grain free or vegetarian formulations. Some dogs are sensitive to pulses, so speak to your vet if your dog has a known intolerance.
