Lentils recipes

Lentils stretch small amounts of vegetables into full meals.

Cooked lentils freeze perfectly in flat, portioned bags.

24 recipes using lentils

Citrus-Braised Lentils with Fennel, Tahini, and Crispy OnionsEarthy lentils simmer with fennel, orange peel, and warm spices, then get finished with tahini and crisp onions. 40 min · Lebanese
Harissa Sweet Potato Flatbreads with Lime Yogurt and Crunchy LentilsWarm flatbreads are piled high with spiced sweet potato, crisp lentils, and cool lime yogurt for a bold, speedy meal. 25 min · Middle Eastern-Inspired
Lucky Grain Pot with Lentils, Herbs, and Golden OnionsA fragrant, spoonable grain dish with lentils, herbs, and caramelized onions, inspired by new year foods associated with prosperity and warmth. 50 min · Middle Eastern
Stuffed Swiss Chard Rolls with Bulgur, Lentils, and ApricotTender chard leaves wrap a hearty filling of bulgur and lentils, brightened with dried apricot and simmered in a lemony broth. 50 min · Lebanese
Velvet Carrot Coconut Soup with Gingered LentilsSilky carrot-coconut soup gets a hearty lift from quick-cooked lentils and warming ginger. 25 min · Global fusion
Charred Apricot, Feta & Lentil Skillet BowlsWarm lentils, smoky apricots, and salty feta build a bright, savory-sweet bowl with a crisp herb finish. 25 min · Mediterranean
Citrus-Glazed Salmon with Warm Lentil CrunchTender salmon finished with a glossy citrus glaze over warm lentils, crunchy vegetables, and fresh dill. 35 min · Modern Hearth
Crisped Halloumi with Warm Citrus Lentil TossGolden cheese, lemony lentils, and sharp herbs come together in a bright, satisfying skillet dinner. 25 min · Mediterranean-inspired
Herbed Lentil and Roasted Apricot Stuffed PeppersSweet roasted apricots tuck into spiced lentils and herbs inside tender peppers. 45 min · Mediterranean
Miso-Glazed Eggplant with Sesame Lentil CrunchSilky roasted eggplant is lacquered in a savory-sweet glaze and finished with crispy lentils and herb oil for a restaurant-style plate. 55 min · Fusion
Miso-Maple Aubergine with Black Sesame Lentil CrunchSilky roasted eggplant glazed in savory-sweet miso and maple, finished with nutty lentils and sesame crackle. 30 min · Asian-inspired
Moonlit Lentil Fatteh CupsCrunchy pita cups layered with warmly spiced lentils, garlicky yogurt, and a jeweled drizzle for an elegant iftar starter. 25 min · Middle Eastern
Saffron Lentil Crepe Ribbons with Tomato-Almond CrumbleSilky saffron crepe ribbons are tangled with lemony lentils and a crunchy tomato-almond topping for a striking, layered plate. 45 min · Mediterranean
Smoky Carrot Ribbon Tacos with Crisp Lentil CrumbleRoasted carrot ribbons and spiced lentils create taco fillings with crunch, smoke, and a cooling herb sauce. 35 min · Fusion Street
Smoky Carrot-Lentil Hand PiesFlaky hand pies filled with spiced lentils, roasted carrots, and a bright herb finish. 45 min · Fusion
Smoky Eggplant Lentil Stew with Preserved Olive RelishA velvety stew of roasted eggplant and lentils is brightened with a briny olive relish and herbs. 40 min · Mediterranean
Smoky Lentil-Squash Skillet with Toasted Yogurt DrizzleEarthy lentils and quick-sautéed squash finish with a tangy toasted spice yogurt drizzle. 25 min · Invented Levantine
Smoky Sweet Potato Lentil Skillet with Lime CrunchTender sweet potatoes and lentils simmer into a fast one-pan dinner finished with a bright lime seed-and-nut crunch. 30 min · Fusion Home Cooking
Smoky Tomato-Lentil Almond PitasWarm spiced lentils, blistered tomatoes, and almond crunch tucked into soft pitas with a bright herb finish. 25 min · Mediterranean
Spiced Lentil and Eggplant Breakfast GriddleA savory morning skillet layers silky eggplant, warmly spiced lentils, and softly set eggs for a rich, satisfying start. 30 min · Lebanese
Citrus-Scented Lentil Crepe Ribbons with Herbed YogurtSilky lentil crepes are rolled with bright herbs, crunchy cucumbers, and a lemony yogurt filling for a fresh, savory plate. 35 min · Mediterranean
Ginger-Coconut Lentil Broth with Charred ScallionsA silky, soothing lentil broth scented with ginger and coconut and sharpened by deeply charred scallions. 30 min · South Asian-Influenced
Green Olive Lentil Crispbake with Tomato Seed RelishA crisp baked lentil slab crowned with a juicy tomato seed relish and briny olive punch. 25 min · Mediterranean-inspired
Herb-Stuffed Squid with Lentil Herb RagoutTender squid tubes are seared and finished over a rustic lentil ragout perfumed with herbs and lemon. 60 min · Mediterranean

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