Recipes with lentils

A thick, belly-warming chicken soup loaded with pearl barley, lentils, and tomatoes, seasoned with Adobo and Sazon for a Latin-inspired twist. Feeds six in under an hour.

Emily's bean soup simmers seven dried beans and lentils with a meaty ham bone, tomatoes, and vegetables into a thick hearty pot. Old-fashioned cold-weather comfort.

Vegetarian lentil pie in a whole wheat double crust with celery, Brazil nuts, soy sauce, and warming spices of cinnamon and cloves. A hearty meatless main with savory-sweet depth.

Linsensuppe mit Frankfurter, a hearty German lentil soup with bacon, leek, and sliced frankfurters thickened with a browned flour roux and finished with a splash of vinegar.

Creamy Egyptian red lentil soup flavored with cumin, garlic, and caramelized onions. This velvety, protein-rich bowl gets finished with olive oil and lemon for a satisfying vegetarian meal.

Red lentils simmer with sautéed peppers, onions, and berbere spice in ghee for this protein-rich Ethiopian main dish ready in an hour.

Vegetarian lentil hazelnut loaf with romano cheese and basil, topped with a fresh red pepper tomato sauce. A satisfying meatless main with serious flavor depth.

A simple and delicious dish that can be simmered all day and be ready once the kids come home from school.

Be a part of India's culture with this tasty spread that can make a scrumptious sandwich you will remember.

Browned chicken pieces simmered with dried lentils, tomatoes, celery, and white wine until everything is meltingly tender. A hearty, protein-packed one-pot meal that practically cooks itself.

Green lentil soup with crushed tomatoes, garlic, bay leaves, and grated onion simmered for 2 1/2 hours. A splash of red vinegar at the end lifts the whole pot. Hearty, vegetarian, and deeply flavored.

Green lentils simmered with lovage, thyme, orange peel, and shallots in a reduced butter sauce. A refined, herbaceous French-style lentil side dish with an unexpected citrus note.

Mexican lentil casserole with brown rice, tomato paste, taco seasoning, and chili powder. A hearty, high-fiber vegetarian main dish baked until set.

Lazy lentils baked low and slow with red lentils, cheddar cheese, onion, garlic, and mixed herbs. A hands-off vegetarian main dish with just 8 ingredients and minimal prep.

Hearty lentil soup with potatoes, carrots, tomatoes, garlic, and oregano in chicken broth. A dump-and-simmer recipe that feeds 10 with almost no active cooking time.

Spiced red lentil veggie burgers with Cajun seasoning, garlic, and fresh herbs. Cook lentils until they break down, mix with breadcrumbs, then grill or pan-fry until crispy.

A simple but delicious curry dish that gets its unique and amazing flavor from the variety of herbs and spices its made with.

Use a butter substitute and make your toast look vibrant!

If you're looking for a new kind of chicken and vegetable soup, this delicious crockpot recipe is your ultimate answer!

Dried lentils simmer with chopped apricots, eggplant, tomatoes, and warm spices for hearty Armenian soup that balances sweet and savory.

Palouse lentil soup with crispy bacon, onion, celery, carrots, and garlic simmered in chicken broth with marjoram. Named for Washington's lentil-growing capital, ready in 40 minutes.

Hearty lentil nut loaf with walnuts, whole wheat bread crumbs, sage, and horseradish baked into a sliceable loaf. A protein-packed plant-based main that rivals meatloaf.

Hearty lentils and brown rice bind with whole wheat breadcrumbs into a satisfying plant-based loaf that slices clean. Packed with protein and fiber for healthy weeknight dinners.

German lentil soup with sliced frankfurters, carrots, celery, and onions, finished with a splash of vinegar for tang. A filling one-pot soup ready in about an hour.

This goes wonderfully with mashed potatoes and your favorite vegetable! The leftovers taste good in a pita pocket.

Thick oxtail and lentil stew with juniper berries, thyme, and root vegetables. Slow-simmered for 3 hours into deeply rich, fall-off-the-bone braised beef heaven.

Armenian stew layers dried apricots, chickpeas, and lentils with sliced onions and molasses for a rustic vegetarian one-pot. Naturally vegan, fiber-rich, and served over brown rice.

This comforting Crockpot Lentil-Kale Soup is a wholesome, nutrient-packed dish featuring tender lentils, vibrant kale, and a medley of vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth. With minimal prep, the slow cooker does the work, creating a thick, stew-like soup that’s perfect for chilly days or a healthy weeknight meal. The addition of miso paste and herbs like thyme and bay leaf elevates the flavor, making this a satisfying, plant-based option for the whole family.

Slow-cooked caribou stew with lentils, potatoes, parsnips, and peppers in a white wine and Worcestershire broth. Crockpot-friendly and loaded with protein.

Vegan lentil rice roast with cashew gravy: a hearty sliceable loaf of lentils, millet, and brown rice bound with ground cashews, sage, and oats. Served under a silky blender cashew gravy.

A hearty DIY multigrain hot cereal mix packed with 11 whole grains, seeds, and lentils. Mix a big batch, cook what you need, and eat chewy, nutty bowls of goodness all week long.

Lemony green lentils simmered with cumin, cinnamon stick, chili flakes, ginger, and whole lemon slices. A bright, vegan, one-pot Indian-style side dish ready in under an hour.

A scrumptious side dish that tastes wonderful with anything you cook up on the barbecue!

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

Vospapur is a traditional Armenian lentil and spinach soup spiced with cumin, coriander, and paprika, finished with a bright squeeze of lemon. Hearty, healthy, and oil-free.

Mediterranean lentil soup simmers lentils with allspice, cumin, and cinnamon, finished with a pureed raw garlic-oil emulsion and fresh lemon juice. Authentic Middle Eastern stew with deep warm spice.

Vegan lentil and buckwheat slice with red lentils, roasted buckwheat groats, carrot, and a savory Marmite kick. Naturally gluten-free and packed with fiber.

Mjeddrah (mujaddara) is a Middle Eastern lentil and rice dish cooked with sauteed onions in olive oil. A hearty vegan one-pot meal high in protein and fiber.

Vegan Mexican lentil casserole with brown rice, taco seasoning, and tomato paste baked until thick and hearty. High-protein, budget-friendly, and packed with Southwestern flavor without any meat or dairy.

Ham and lentil soup made from a meaty ham bone broth with sausage, tomatoes, carrots, and celery. A thick, hearty pot of soup built on deep, smoky pork flavor.

Pearl barley and green lentils simmer with onions and mint in this traditional Iranian soup where turmeric and gentle spices create warming, earthy comfort in every spoonful.

A hearty Bulgarian stew of lentils and navy beans simmered with sweet red peppers, paprika, and herbs in a rich broth deepened with prune juice and tomato paste. Vegan-friendly and high in fiber.