Eggplant Lentil Stacks
This makes a very filling hearty meal for a cold winter’s day. the lentils go very nicely with the eggplant and the so cheese is a great addition. We enjoyed the fresh basil leaves as a touch of green and the basil tasted very nice with the rest of the flavors as well. Serving Size: [...]
Red Lentils with Spicy Root Vegetables
This is very nice meal especially for a chilly fall or winter’s eve. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: for the lentils: 2 cups red lentils 4 cups water 1 tablespoon vegetable bouillon powder or 1 cube for the spicy root vegetables: 2 tablespoons oil 4 carrots, peeled and cut in chunks 2 parsnips, peeled and cut [...]
Roasted Cauliflower with Red Lentil Marinade
This is a delicious side dish that we enjoyed with tempeh and apple chutney. It made a nice fall meal. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 head cauliflower, cut in florets 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup raisins 1/4 cup sunflower seeds or pine nuts, toasted 1 – 1 & 1/2 cups red lentils 2-3 cups [...]
Lentils with Smoked Tofu and Plums
We really enjoyed this meal tonight with boiled potatoes. It’s a very nice savory way to enjoy plums. It is a hearty, filling meal that is full of wonderful flavors. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 cup de Puy or brown lentils 1 tablespoon oil 2 cups water 1 vegetable bouillon cube 1 large onion, finely [...]
Review: Warm Lentil Salad with Grapes, Feta and Mint
We found this delicious recipe at Vegetarian Times. It was easy to veganize by merely substituting vegan cheese for the feta. We also cooked the lentils from dried rather than buying prepared lentils. This really tastes lovely (even better the next day) and we will look forward to having it more often over the summer, [...]
Beluga Lentil Toast Points with Chive and Garlic Soy Yogurt
This was a delicious lunch that we enjoyed today. It would also make lovely appetizers or finger food at a party. Ingredients: for the lentils: 1/4 cup beluga lentils about 2 cups boiling salted water 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar for the soy yogurt: 1&1/2 cups soy yogurt 1 clove garlic, mined [...]
Moroccan Pumpkin and Lentils
As the weather gets cooler with the beginning of fall, we look forward to enjoying heartier warm meals, including a few more warm spices and of course pumpkins. Lentils are one of our favorite legumes to eat from fall through spring, so we are always happy to find a new way to enjoy them. This [...]
Lentil Stuffed Romano Peppers with Vegan Cheese Sauce
We’ve had stuffed peppers before but this is a new recipe that we really enjoyed. It’s also easy to make. Serving Size: 2 Ingredients: 2 pointed romano peppers 1/2 cup lentils 2 cups water 2 bay leaves 1 teaspoon vegetable bouillon powder 5 baby plum tomatoes, halved small bunch chives, chopped 1 teaspoon red pepper [...]
Review: Spiced rice with lentils and cauliflower
This was a really great meal. It was easy to make vegan, just by using soy yogurt. It’s basically a korma curry which is very tasty, and we used home made rhubarb chutney. The recipe makes a lot so we will be enjoying a nice meal of left overs sometime this week.
Lentil Croquettes with Mango Jalapeno Chutney
With the upcoming holiday season, having tapas ready on hand is a good idea. These were very tasty and also make a nice dinner as well. Ingredients: 1 cup lentils (I used red) 1 vegetable bouillon cube 2 bay leaves splash of lemon juice 2 tablespoons bread crumbs plus bread crumbs for rolling 2 tablespoons [...]
Lentil & Spinach Quesadillas with Jalepeno Avacado Cream
This is a very tasty twist on traditional quesadillas or bean burritos. Lentils lend themselves to many various cultures. Yield: 8 quesadillas Ingredients: 1 cup lentils (brown or green Le Puy) 1 vegetable bouillon cube 2 bay leaves, crushed but whole 8 corn tortillas (flour tortillas are also fine) 1 tsp. cumin 1/2 tsp. spicy [...]
Spicy Lentil and Spinach with Rhubarb Chutney
This is a nice hearty meal for the cooler seasons of the year. It’s particularly nice with hearty whole grain bread and a nice mixed salad. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: for the lentil and spinach: 1 onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 can crushed tomatoes 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1-2 [...]
Review: Roasted Asparagus with Lentils
We really enjoyed this meal tonight. As asparagus season comes to a close, we try to have as many nice fresh meals using it as possible. We found this recipe at deliciouslivingmag.com . Lentils are also one of our favorite ingredients. We followed the simple instructions and it turned out great. The only thing different [...]
Lentils & Rhubarb United Soup
Soon we will be able to harvest fresh rhubarb from our garden. For this delicious soup I used what we still had in the freezer from last year. The slight sourness of rhubarb adds a wonderful dimension to the lentils. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 3/4 cup red lentils 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 large carrots, [...]
Curried Vegetable with Lentil Stew
This is a very nice, mild curry dinner for a chilly fall or winter’s night. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 2 Tbs. vegetable oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 carrots, peeled and cut in large bie sized pieces 2 lbs. potatoes, peeled and cut in large bite sized chunks 2 parsnips, peeled and [...]
Pumpkin, Red Lentil and Date Soup
This is a lovely, sweet thick soup to enjoy on a chilly day. It’s not particularly spicy, that’s up to you how hot you’d like it. The dates give it a nice subtle sweetness. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 100 grams red lentils 500 grams pumpkin, de-seeded cut in pieces 250 grams (1 can) crushed tomatoes [...]
Curried Red Lentil Balls in Tamarind Coconut Sauce
This mild curry tastes wonderful on a cold evening. This meal is filling and healthy as well as being really tasty. Serving Size: 4 Yield: 9 balls Ingredients: for the sauce: 1 can coconut cream 3-4 tablespoons coconut flakes (not sweetened) 2 tablespoons tamarind syrup or paste (not sweetened) 1 tablespoon garam masala 2 tablespoons [...]
Pomegranate Lentil Soup
This is a very hearty flavorful soup. With the lentils and the rice, we have a complete protein. The mint and pomegranate give the soup a sweetness, although it is mildly so. The recipe makes a lot It would serve 4 as a full supper or 8 as a starter. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 3/4 [...]
Warm Fava Bean and Lentil Salad with Mint
This salad is as healthy as it is beautiful. This warm salad tasted great on a chilly evening. The mint leaves give a nice fresh flavor, complimented with a splash of lemon juice and the red wine vinegar. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 cup Le Puy lentils 1 red onion, sliced 1-2 bay leaves 300 [...]
Review: Lentils and Olive Salad
“Who says vegetarian food is boring? This recipe brings together flavors with an exciting outcome.” Paula Lauri, of Olives 101.com is right! This salad is really tasty. It makes a very good main meal salad as it is full of nutritious lentils and other tasty ingredients. The recipe is easy to follow and uses an [...]
Curried Lentil Burgers
The mango chutney gives these burgers a nice sweet but spicy flavor. We have a very nice mango chutney from Surinam which is quite spicy so the burgers are very flavorful. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 175 grams red lentils 2 cups vegetable bouillon 1 clove garlic, minced 1 Tbs. oil 2 scallions, chopped 1 large [...]
Lentil & Hazelnut Patties with Soy Yogurt Mint Sauce
These are very nice burgers. The minty yogurt sauce really makes a nice addition to the flavor. Yield: 16 burgers Ingredients: 1 & 1/4 cups dry lentils 1 medium onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 cup bread crumbs 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1 egg equivalent 1/2 cup finely chopped roasted hazelnuts or walnuts [...]
Lentil chili
This was a new way for us to enjoy chili by using the lentils. It was very tasty and warmed us well on a chilly spring evening. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 3/4 cup dry lentils (I used brown) 1/2 cup TVP (reconstituted) 1 onion, chopped 1 med. carrot, cut in small pieces 3 Tbs. olive [...]
Spinach and lentil patties
These patties really tasted great on a chilly, wet evening. We look forward to enjoying them more often, and no matter what the weather. Yield: 10-12 Ingredients: 10 ounces spinach, sauteed 1 cup Puy lentils, cooked 3 teaspoons curry powder 3 Tbs.gram flour (or wheat) 3 tablespoons bread crumbs salt and pepper to taste pinch [...]
