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Here is a collection of our best lentil recipes. From soups and salads to classic lentil main dishes, you can find many tasty recipes here. So, whether you’re in the mood for a comforting bowl of lentil soup or a healthy lentil salad made with fresh ingredients, this collection has you covered.
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Benefits Of Lentils
- A good source of protein: Lentils are an excellent plant-based source of protein meaning they’re a great addition to vegetarian and vegan lifestyles.
- Full of nutrients: Lentils are packed with nutrients including iron, magnesium, B vitamins and potassium.
- Help with digestion: Lentils can promote digestive health due to their high fiber content.
- Affordable: Lentils are an affordable source of nutrition, making them accessible to a wide range of people.
Different Types Of Lentils
There are many types of lentils out there and some are more popular than the others. Here are a few types of lentils that we usually use:
- Red lentils: These lentils are orange or red in color and cook relatively quickly and tend to get mushy when boiled, making them ideal for making soups.
- Brown Lentils: These are the most commonly available lentils and are often used in a variety of dishes. They have a mild, earthy flavor and maintain their shape well when cooked. Brown lentils are suitable for soups, stews and salads.
- Green Lentils: These lentils have a slightly peppery and nutty flavor. They hold their shape when cooked and have a firmer texture compared to brown lentils. Green lentils are often used in salads and side dishes.
Best Lentil Recipes To Try
Moroccan Style Red Lentil Soup
Moroccan Style Red Lentil Soup
Get ready to enjoy a Moroccan-style red lentil soup recipe that's ready in just 30 minutes! This comforting soup has a lemony zing and rich flavor thanks to a unique combination of spices.
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Easy Chicken Lentil Soup Recipe
Enjoy an easy chicken lentil soup that's full of Mediterranean flavor. Seasoned with warm spices and packed with veggies, this soup is all you need for a hearty dinner.
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Mujadara Lebanese Lentil Rice With Crispy Onions
Mujadara Lebanese Lentils and Rice with Crispy Onions
Mujadara is a simple Lebanese lentil and rice dish with crispy onions that's packed with flavor. This lentils and rice recipe calls for only a few ingredients and is very easy to make.
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Vegan Turkish Lentil Balls (Mercimek Koftesi)
Turkish Vegan Lentil Balls (Mercimek Köftesi)
These vegan lentil meatballs are a Turkish classic. Made with red lentils and bulgur, these meatballs are usually served with lettuce and herbs.
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Mediterranean Green Lentil Soup
Easy Mediterranean Green Lentil Soup
Here's a green lentil soup with a Mediterranean twist. Packed with vegetables and spices, this recipe proves that healthy soups don't have to be bland!
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Adasi Persian Lentil Soup Recipe
Adasi is a classic Persian lentil soup that's vegetarian and gluten free. Learn how to make this easy Persian recipe with this step by step tutorial and video.
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Curry Lentil Soup
Curry lentil soup is an easy soup recipe that you can make in 30 minutes with just a few ingredients. This lentil soup with coconut milk is very comforting.
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Turkish Red Lentil Soup (Mercimek Corbasi)
Turkish Red Lentil Soup Recipe (Mercimek Corbasi)
Turkish lentil soup is ready in 30 minutes and is so easy to make. You can make this healthy and delicious soup with just a handful of ingredients.
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Turmeric Red Lentil Soup Recipe
Turmeric Red Lentil Soup Recipe
Ready in only 30 minutes, this turmeric ginger red lentil soup is everyone's favorite. This is a healthy and hearty soup recipe that's full of flavor!
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Mediterranean Lentil Salad Recipe
This Mediterranean lentil salad is healthy and very easy to make. Loaded with delicious vegetables, this salad is ready in about 30 minutes!
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Instant Pot Lentil Soup Recipe
Instant Pot Lentil Soup Recipe
Ready in 25 minutes, this easy instant pot lentil soup recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners. It's packed with tasty ingredients and is pretty much a hands-off lentil soup recipe.
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Avocado Lentil Salad
Vegan stuffed avocados are easy to make and are perfect for lunch or dinner. Ripe avocados are stuffed with a delicious lentil and vegetable filling that's healthy and hearty.
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Ash Reshteh Persian Noodle Soup
Ash Reshteh Recipe (Persian Noodle Soup)
Ash Reshteh is a popular Iranian soup that’s simple, easy and very flavorful. This vegetarian Persian soup is made with herbs, legumes and caramelized onion, perfect for any day of the year.
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Persian Eggplant Soup Ash-e Bademjan
Persian Eggplant Soup – Ash-e Bademjan
Persian eggplant soup is a delicious Persian recipe that's very simple to make. This easy Persian soup is vegetarian and gluten free.
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Quick Vegetarian Chili
Have the best comfort food on your table in less than 30 minutes. This quick vegetarian chili is is ready in no time and is bursting with flavor!
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Adas Polo – Persian Lentil Rice
Adas Polo – Persian Lentil Rice
Adas Polo – Persian Lentil Rice is perfect for a weeknight meal. Rice and lentils served with delicious beef and raisins make the perfect healthy meal!
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Best Lentil Recipes To Try
Here is a collection of our best lentil recipes. From soups and salads to classic lentil main dishes, you can find many tasty recipes here. So, whether you're in the mood for a comforting bowl of lentil soup or a healthy lentil salad made with fresh ingredients, this collection has you covered.
Ingredients
- Check out each recipe for complete list of ingredients
Instructions
- Check out each recipe for step-by-step instructions.
- You can make the soup recipes in advance and enjoy them later.
- To make any of these recipes vegetarian, simply leave out the meat.
Nutrition
Calories: 380kcal
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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The lentil shepherd’s pie and lentil curry were both absolutely delicious. The lentils were perfectly cooked and had amazing flavor.
Saving this post to try out some of the recipes. The meatballs look amazing and we can’t wait to try them. Great post – thanks for sharing!
Mujadra is one of my absolute favorites. Definitely gonna try out the soups now too!
This is a great roundup of recipes. I want to try so many of them.
The only way I’ve ever eaten lentils is in soup with ham, so I’m looking forward to trying some of the recipes on this list!