Lentils are chameleons in the kitchen. They’re just as comfortable adding heft to a salad as they are as the base of a slow cooker curry. On top of being wildly versatile, they’re also inexpensive, ...

There are around 3,000 known types of lentils in the world. However, because many of these varieties are rarely grown, only about 80 of these types are available. Of course, most of us consume only a ...

Lentils and beans are both rich in protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. Here’s how they differ nutritionally and what ...

Lentils are an ancient food. Evidence of domesticated lentils dates back to 8000 B.C., NPR reported. Today, Canada is the world’s largest supplier of lentils, according to lentils.org. There are many ...

Lentils don't always have the most exciting reputation. People tend to associate the tiny pulse with dark brown, mushy and bland soups, says cookbook author Crescent Dragonwagon, the source of a very ...

Medically reviewed by Kayla Girgen, RD Both beans and lentils are healthy additions to your diet, and are very nutritionally ...

The Italian tradition of eating lentils to ring in the New Year with good luck at the first big meal is one I enjoy for many reasons. Lentils are a favorite food of mine and they are packed with good ...

We love pulses for being cheap, filling, tasty, and an easy way to add protein to any salad, soup, grain dish, or gratin. Lentils happen to be the world’s oldest cultivated legume, and we give them ...

Ancient lentils preserved in volcanic silos link modern Canarian crops to 2,000-year-old North African origins. Lentils ...

Red lentil dahl is like a burst of flavor excitement on your table. Really, it's got this creamy texture that just works with ...