Lentils
veg ingredient
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.
Other names on labels: red lentils, green lentils, split lentils
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split red lentils, whole red lentils, lentil, lenteja*, castilian lentil, lenteja castellana*, legumes (lentils), legumbres (lenteja* min, pulses
At a glance
- Base score
- 0.7 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 226 products
Products containing lentils
Results reflect the latest label we hold for each product, not a live check of today's recipe. Open a product to see its source and last-checked date.
Common questions about lentils
Is Lentils good for dogs?
We grade it medium: nutritionally adequate, but not a standout either way. The overall recipe matters more than any single ingredient.
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.
How many UK dog foods contain lentils?
226 UK products list lentils as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown above, sorted by rating.
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What else is lentils called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: 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 medium: nutritionally adequate, but nothing special either way. 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.