Lentil pie, homemade

Lentil pie is a dish made with lentils; the figures here describe a homemade version based on a recipe from a reviewed recipe collection. It mainly provides carbohydrate, with some protein and fat. Per 100g, it contains 740 kJ of energy, 29g of carbohydrate, 6.9g of protein and 4.3g of fat. The nutrient content of other homemade versions will vary with the ingredients used.

Carbohydrate provides energy, while protein supports the growth and repair of body tissues. Lentil pie also provides iron, which is needed to make haemoglobin, the substance in red blood cells that carries oxygen. People monitoring their energy, salt or saturated fat intake can find the full figures in the tables below.