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How much fiber is in lentil soup?
Lentil Soup has 6.5 g of fiber per 1 cup (248 g). That is 23% of the daily value and a high amount for a other.
Soluble vs insoluble
The split is approximate and comes from USDA SR Legacy analyses where available. Soluble fiber dissolves into a gel and is the type most linked to cholesterol and blood sugar effects. Insoluble fiber adds bulk and keeps things moving.
About lentil soup and fiber
A cup of lentil soup provides 6.5 grams of fiber, depending on how thick it is. Canned versions are in the same range.
How lentil soup compares to other other foods
Per typical serving. The highest other in the database is fiber one cereal at 14 g.
| Food | Serving | Fiber | Per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All-Bran Cereal | 1/2 cup | 10 g | 33.3 g | 36% |
| Chili with Beans | 1 cup | 9 g | 3.6 g | 32% |
| Raisin Bran | 1 cup | 7 g | 11.9 g | 25% |
| Lentil Soup | 1 cup | 6.5 g | 2.6 g | 23% |
| Shredded Wheat | 2 biscuits | 6 g | 13 g | 21% |
| Baked Beans | 1/2 cup | 5.2 g | 4.1 g | 19% |
| Bran Muffin | 1 medium | 5.2 g | 4.6 g | 19% |
Servings to reach a daily goal
servings of lentil soup to reach 25 g, the adequate intake for adult women
servings of lentil soup to reach 38 g, the adequate intake for adult men
Nobody should get all their fiber from one food. Gut bacteria respond to variety, and the fiber calculator shows a mixed day that reaches your number.
USDA entries for lentil soup
Grams of fiber per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central (snapshot 2026-10-11). Different preparations and varieties explain the spread.
| USDA description | Fiber / 100 g | Soluble | Insoluble |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soup, lentil | 3.7 g | – | – |
| Soup, lentil, canned | 2.5 g | – | – |
| Soup, lentil, with meat | 3.2 g | – | – |
| Soup, lentil, canned, reduced sodium | 2.5 g | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
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Values are per typical serving from USDA FoodData Central and standard references, rounded to one decimal. Actual fiber varies with variety, ripeness, and preparation. This is general nutrition information, not medical advice.