BIO Lentils - red

Lentils - a delicious legume that is making a comeback on our plates

Lentils(Lens culinaris) is a legume that originated in Asia and is one of the oldest cultivated plants in the world. Traces of its use have been found in Stone Age settlements. After the discovery of the Americas, lentils were replaced by beans, but in recent years lentils have been appearing more and more frequently on our menus.

Lentils get their name from the shape of the grain, which resembles a lentil. There are quite a few types of lentils in the world, such as brown, yellow, red, green and black. Most are now grown in Russia, India, the USA and some European countries (Italy, France).

Prepare tasty soups, side dishes or various Indian dishes with red lentils.

Lentils can be prepared in many ways and used as a addition to a variety of dishes. Red lentils are the most delicate type of lentil, so they are suitable for use in:

• soups and stews,
• sauces and purees,
• homemade spreads,
• In Indian dishes where it is a common ingredient,
• salads and as a side dish to many dishes.

A small reddish legume full of protein and fibre!

Red lentils are an exceptional food that we have been encountering more and more often in our diet lately. It is most popular with vegans and vegetarians, who mostly consume it for its high protein content, and it is also a super source of protein for all recreational and sports people who want to have a nutritious post-workout meal. It is also appreciated when dieting because of the high fibre content in the food, which is beneficial for digestion.

Benefits of BIO Lentils - Red from Smart Organic:

• from certified organic production,
• high in protein and fiber,
• long feeling of satiety.

Use

Recommended Use:Rinse the lentils before use. Boil 4 litres of water and pour the lentils into it. Reduce the heat and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the lentils are tender. Drain well.

Used to thicken soups and stews, add to vegetable and meat dishes or salads.

Ingredients

Nutritional value	per 100 g
Energy value	1674 kJ / 396 kcal
Fats	0 g
- of which saturates	0 g
Saccharides	69 g
- of which sugars	0 g
Fibre	15 g
White protein	23 g
Salt	0,02 g

Ingredients: Organic lentils from certified organic production (BG-BIO-22). Agriculture outside the EU.

Origin: Turkey.

Net weight: 500 g

Warnings

Warning:Store in a cool, dry and dark place.