French Lentil Salad
Lentilles du Puy are small and dark green, with an earthy flavor. Unlike other kinds of lentils, French green lentils hold their shape - though not their color - when cooked.
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Vegetarian and vegan recipes with lentils
Like all beans and legumes, lentils are an excellent source of vegetarian protein. Unlike the others, lentils do not need to be soaked before cooking, so they are quick and easy to prepare – and delicious to boot.
Lentils come in a variety of colors and are found in all kinds of vegetarian recipes, from soups and salads to loaves and lasagnas.
Lentils can be used in place of beans and chickpeas in most recipes.
Veggie Burgers
These vegan burgers, made with lentils, are healthy, low-fat, and delicious.
Curried Spinach and Lentils
Quick and easy, flavor- and nutrition-packed spinach and lentils.
Chestnut-Lentil Pâté
A rich and slightly sweet vegan pâté.
Lentil Soup
A simple soup recipe is the best way to enjoy the great taste of lentils.
Curried Lentil Stew
A spicy stew of lentils, carrots, peas, and coconut milk.
Lentil Feta Walnut Salad
An easy recipe for a delicious and protein-packed salad.
Appetizers & Side Dishes / Classic Recipes / Comfort Food / Easy Recipes / Indian Recipes / Main Courses / Quickies / Vegan Recipes
Dal
Dal is the Indian term for lentils, and in cooking refers to any of the many Indian dishes made with lentils. There are many variations ranging from simple to complex; this recipe is on the easy side.
Comfort Food / Easy Recipes / Jewish Recipes / Middle Eastern Recipes / Quickies / Soups / Vegan Recipes / Winter
Red Lentil Soup
Red lentils turn into golden mush when cooked, but they taste divine, especially in simple recipes like this red lentil soup from Syria. Just a few ingredients bring out all the flavor you need for a hearty and delicious vegetarian / vegan red lentil soup.
How to Soak and Cook Beans and Legumes
Beans and legumes are an excellent source of vegetarian protein and a staple of many veg*n diets. The drawback is that they take a long time to prepare, but once you know the techniques, you’ll find it’s not difficult at all.