Ingredient swap
Edamame vs Green Lentils
Edamame has 11.9 g protein and 121 calories per 100 g; green lentils has 24.6 g and 352. They behave similarly in recipes.
How to swap
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of edamame (155 g) ≈ ¾ cup of green lentils.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Edamame | Green Lentils |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 121 better | 352 |
| Protein | 11.9 g | 24.6 gbetter |
| Carbs | 8.9 gbetter | 63.4 g |
| Fat | 5.2 g | 1.1 g |
| Fiber | 5.2 g | 10.7 gbetter |
| Sugar | 2.2 g | 2 gbetter |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 6 mg |
| 1 cup weighs | 155 g | 192 g |
"Better" means more protein or fiber, or fewer calories, carbs, sugar or salt. Fat is not scored.
Macros per 100 g
Common questions
Can I use green lentils instead of edamame?
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of edamame (155 g) ≈ ¾ cup of green lentils.
Which has more protein?
Green Lentils, with 24.6 g per 100 g versus 11.9 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Edamame, with 121 calories per 100 g.