Recipes for Beluga Lentils

Ingredients

• 1 cup expired Beluga Lentils
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
3. Add the expired Beluga Lentils, vegetable broth, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
4. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes or until the lentils are cooked through.
5. Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if necessary.
6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Ingredients

• 1 cup beluga lentils
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

1. Rinse the beluga lentils under cold water and set aside.
2. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until golden brown.
3. Add the tomatoes, curry powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chili powder. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
4. Add the beluga lentils, coconut milk, and vegetable broth to the pot. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
6. Serve the beluga lentil curry hot, garnished with fresh cilantro. Enjoy!

Ingredients

• 1 cup expired Beluga Lentils
• 2 cups water
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Rinse the expired Beluga Lentils under cold water.
2. In a pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil and add the lentils. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender.
3. Drain the cooked lentils and let them cool.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, sliced red onion, and chopped parsley.
5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
6. Pour the dressing over the lentil mixture and toss gently to combine.
7. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
8. Serve chilled as a refreshing salad.