Lentils have been a mainstay in the diets of ancient civilizations going back thousands of years. These powerful legumes have sustained life across the globe, and today, India, Pakistan, France, ...

Packed with protein and fiber, lentils are a great pantry staple to have on hand—and these easy dinner recipes are the ...

Italians eat lentils and macaroni for good luck and prosperity in the New Year. The lentils are shaped like coins and represent money. Macaroni, in its day, was an expense, so Italians believed that ...

Up your protein intake with these healthy lentil recipes, which should remind you that lentils don't have to be boring! 1. Seared Sea Bass With Braised Fennel, Lentils And Orange The citrus juice in ...

Lentils are a universally beloved pantry staple. Whether a singular star ingredient or combined with other components in a dish, there is no denying the importance of this nutritional powerhouse in ...

It's been said by many a nutritionist and dietitian that adding fiber to your diet can help you lose weight. An easy way to add fiber? Start with lentils. Not only are they fiber-rich, but they're a ...

How old are lentils? Here’s one clue: People who say lentils are shaped like lenses have the reference backward. Turns out that the world’s first lenses got that name because they were shaped like ...

Emma Wartzman is the kitchen and dining writer at New York Magazine’s the Strategist. Previously, she was an editor at Bon Appétit. Beans get a lot of love. Lentils, not so much. One indicator: A ...

Love lentils? When it comes to adding substance to a dish, legumes are an easy choice. They’re packed with vegetable protein, just one reason they’re so popular in vegetarian dishes. But that’s not ...