Lentil Recipes

Lentils are quick-cooking, tasty and loaded with protein and fiber. Keep our recipes with lentils in your back pocket for when you need a quick meal!

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    Lentil, Bacon and Bean Soup

    This quick soup feels extra cozy with lots of lentils and a touch of smoky, bacony goodness. You might want to cook extra since I think it's even better the next day! —Janie Zirbser, Mullica Hill, New Jersey

    Spicy Veggie & Lentil Soup

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    I enjoy this recipe because it’s meatless, inexpensive and simply delicious! You can substitute any vegetables you like—it’s all a...


    Slow-Cooked Lentil Stew

    This vegetarian stew is perfect when you want to take a break from meat. Adding the cream at the end...


    Curried Lentil Soup

    Curry gives a different taste sensation to this chili-like soup. It’s delicious with a dollop of sour cream. My family...


    Chicken Lentil Soup

    Cubed chicken breast keeps this chicken lentil soup recipe lean, but feel free to swap in chicken thighs for more...

    Red Lentil Soup

    Cozy red lentil soup is chock full of carrots, onions and red lentils. This tomato-based soup is packed with protein...


    Instant Pot Lentil Soup

    This Instant Pot lentil soup is an easy way, hands-off way to get your comfort food fix. Make it at...

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    Lentil Soup

    This easy lentil soup features tender lentils and plenty of veggies. It's an affordable meal that cooks on the stovetop...


    Slow-Cooked Balsamic Lentil Soup

    Balsamic vinegar and honey give this healthy soup a tangy and slightly sweet flavor. Since this soup is slow-cooked, the...


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    Mulligatawny Soup

    Mulligatawny soup is a comforting dish that marries Indian and British ingredients, creating a one-pot soup that's fragrant, creamy and...


    Lentil Burger

    These lentil burgers are easy to make ahead of time for those days when you want a vegetarian burger but...

    Curry Lentil Soup

    This quick curry lentil soup is richly spiced with a velvety texture from full-fat coconut milk.


    Cumin-Spiced Lentil Burgers

    I adapted my Turkish daughter-in-law’s traditional recipe for lentil logs—typically wrapped in a lettuce leaf and served with a lemon...


    Red Lentil Hummus with Brussels Sprout Hash

    Instead of chickpeas, this red lentil hummus uses lentils to create a hearty, healthful appetizer. The Brussels sprout topping makes...


    Curry Pomegranate Protein Bowl

    This recipe is simple and beautiful. It uses a lot of unique flavors that, when blended together, create an out-of-this-world...


    Pressure-Cooker Lentil Pumpkin Soup

    Plenty of herbs and spices brighten up my hearty pumpkin soup. It?s just the thing we need on nippy days...

    Pressure-Cooker Andouille Lentil Chili

    This recipe has been in my family for a number of years, and it's still a hit today. The smoky...


    Quick and Easy Vegetable Potpie

    This meatless Monday superstar comes together quickly and is inexpensive as well. My 4-year-old always asks for seconds! You can...


    How to Make Vegan Lentil Soup

    You'll love this flavorful, warm and comforting vegan lentil soup recipe whether you follow a plant-based diet or not.


    Pressure-Cooker Greek-Style Lentil Soup

    This is a nice warming soup on a chilly day. Lentils are so good for you, too! —Mary Smith, Columbia,...


    Pressure-Cooker Lentil Stew

    This tasty vegetarian stew lets you take a break from meat. Adding the cream at the end gives it a...


    Lentil Taco Cups

    My trusty muffin tin never fails to help me make fun and easy hand-held snacks. These festive vegetarian cups are...


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    Greek Lentil Soup

    Greek lentil soup is a sunny, bright bowl that's perfect for getting cozy on chilly days.


    27 Cozy Lentil Soup Recipes

    Feel comfy, cozy this winter with some help from these lentil soup recipes. From classic vegetable lentil to new takes...


    How to Make Vegan Sloppy Joes with Lentils

    These vegan sloppy joes are made with red lentils instead of ground beef. They are saucy, smoky and delightfully messy!

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    French Lentil and Carrot Soup

    It’s crazy how just a few ingredients can make such a difference. Using finely chopped rotisserie chicken in this recipe...


    Chicken and Lentil Chili

    I like to make a simple, hearty slow-cooked recipe at least once a week. You can mix this up the...


    Ancient Grain Beef Stew

    My version of beef stew is comfort food with a healthy twist. I use lentils and red quinoa rather than...


    Tasty Lentil Tacos

    This lentil taco recipe will fool even the meat eaters! Swapping out meat for cooked lentils while using all the...


    Spicy Veggie & Lentil Soup

    I enjoy this recipe because it’s meatless, inexpensive and simply delicious! You can substitute any vegetables you like—it’s all a...


    Lentil Stew

    This hearty stew is a favorite with our family, along with a basket of homemade breadsticks. Since lentils don't require...