Category Archives: Pulses and Lentils

The lentil is an edible legume. They are tiny beans, grown in pods. They come in red, yellow, brown, black, and green varieties. Lentils are quick and easy to prepare with high levels of protein and fiber.Lentils are the foods which are lower in calories and higher in proteins. Lentils are extremely healthy for vegetarians as they […]

Dal is the term originating in the Indian subcontinent for dried, split pulses. India is the one of the largest producer of pulses in the world. Indian cuisine’s main essence is the way in which integration of dals and pulses is done with spices. Desserts, stews, curries, soups, snacks and many other varieties of things […]

If you are health conscious and doing fitness workout daily to remain fit and also taking intake of plant base diet then you must have heard about pulses, lentils or you may be already having intake of pulses and lentils in your diet. In case if you are not aware of the various health benefits […]

What is lentils? Lentils are edible legumes that belong to the family of plants known as pulses. They are small, lens-shaped seeds and come in various colors such as green, brown, red, and yellow. Lentils are a staple food in many parts of the world, particularly in South Asia, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean […]

Lentils from India are a high source of protein and high fiber. As they belong to members of the legume family. Lentils are found in various varieties, like red lentils, green lentils, and black lentils, each with varying textures and flavors. Lentils are easy to cook and they protect heart health. Lentils have folate and […]

Humans have been consuming Lentils for thousands of years. Lentils were considered as a poor man’s food due to their inexpensive nature. Lentils may be cheap but their nutritious value is huge and is the most flavorful among all the legumes. Lentils, botanically-known as Lens culinaris esculenta, grow in pods that contain either one or […]