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Lentils are a nutritional powerhouse that are protein-dense, inexpensive and an excellent source of folate and iron. Lentil recipes make great side dishes and are a staple of many vegetarian meals. Browse hundreds of lentil dishes including salads, soups, curries and even vegetarian burgers!

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Papadum
Papadum

Thin Indian crispy cracker or flatbread. Typically served as an appetizer to an Indian meal. It can also be eaten as a snack and can be topped with chopped onions, peppers, chutney's or other condiments.

Butternut, Chickpea and Lentil Curry
Butternut, Chickpea & Lentil Curry

This North Indian curry is scrumptious, full of protein, fibre and Irion, packed with flavor. Enjoy this delicious and nutritious dish with some naan or crusty bread.

Burger Mix (Vegetarian)
Burger Mix (Vegetarian)

A tasty make ahead vegetarian burger mix. Make in advance and have vege burgers ready in a flash for a quick and healthy snack or meal.

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Ash-E Jow (Iranian Barley Soup)

A delicious soup made with pearl barley, green lentils, onions and dried mint leaves.

Curried Cashew Burgers
Curried Cashew Burgers

Veggie burgers with lentils, carrots, cashew with a hint of curry.

Cashews, Lentils and Brown Rice Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Cashews, Lentils & Brown Rice Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

The combination of cashews, lentils, brown rice and other spices was delicious. Right balance of the flavor and the texture, we used cherry tomatoes instead, that's what we had on hand. It's a tasty yet nutritious meal.

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Spicy Whole Mung (or lentil) Beans

I made this dish and thought it was too bland. I made it again, doubling all the Indian spices, and it came out much better.

Chickpea, Lentil and Winter Squash Stew
Chickpea, Lentil & Winter Squash Stew

It was so flavorful, instead of broth, we used canned tomato. Served the stew with homemade whole wheat bread, yum.

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Mediterranean Kitchen Lentil Soup

Mediterranean Kitchen Lentil Soup recipe

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Shepherd's Pie (Low-Fat)

If you want a healthy alternative to this scrumptious dish, then try this simple recipe thats easy to follow and understand.

Cauliflower and Red Lentil Curry
Cauliflower & Red Lentil Curry

Warm, cozy and delicious. Used hot curry powder to add extra hint to the dish. Had it with homemade nan bread, yum!

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Turmeric

Turmeric has is mildly aromatic and has scents of orange or ginger.

What's in a Name?

Pink peppercorns are not peppercorns. Common black pepper comes from black peppercorns, which along with green and white peppercorns, are all

Hill of Beans

Beans belong to a large family of plants known as legumes. Legumes have pods with edible seeds. Other legumes include peanuts, peas, and lentils among others. The black bean is one

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