How does the low sugar and salt content of these green lentils affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The very low sugar (0.5 g per 100 g) and salt (0.03 g per 100 g) make the lentils a suitable ingredient for both diabetic and hypertensive meal plans, as they contribute minimal rapid glucose spikes and do not significantly raise sodium intake.

Are these green lentils suitable for vegan and gluten‑free diets?

The lentils are plant‑based and certified vegan, but the packaging notes possible traces of gluten, so they are safe for vegans but may not be fully safe for people with celiac disease or strict gluten‑free requirements.

What is the optimal way to store the green lentils after opening to maintain freshness?

Store the opened bag in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; refrigeration is not necessary, but keeping moisture out prevents spoilage and preserves the lentils' texture and nutrients.

Priméal • 500 g

Lentilles Vertes

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Lentilles Vertes is a 500 g bag of organic green lentils from the brand Priméal, marketed in France and certified fair‑trade and European organic. Per 100 g it provides 323 kcal, 25.1 g protein, 15.6 g fiber, low fat (1.9 g), low sugars (0.5 g) and low salt (0.03 g, about 0.025 g sodium), but may contain traces of gluten. The product carries a Nutri‑Score of A, a NOVA group of 1 and an Eco‑Score of A+, indicating minimal processing and strong environmental credentials, though the possible gluten presence could affect celiac consumers.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal323 kcal

Fat1.9 g

Saturated Fat0.3 g

Carbohydrates43.6 g

Sugars0.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical items in its category, this green lentil product contains dramatically less sugar, fat, saturated fat and salt, while delivering over twice the protein and three times the fiber, with slightly lower energy and carbohydrate levels.

Ingredients

Ingrédient(s) : lentilles vertes* - *issu(e)(s) de l'agriculture biologique. Peut contenir des traces de gluten.

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35%

Biocoop

500 g