Lentils – Page 3 – Health Continuum

Lentils, Main Dishes, Quinoa, Salads, Vinaigrettes

Lentil, edamame and quinoa salad

According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, plant-based diets promote health in all stages of human life. Research shows that vegans, vegetarians and people who consume low amounts of lean meat have a lower risk of heart disease, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, stroke, obesity and cancer. Excluding or reducing meat from your diet is not only good for […]

Curries and Dal, Lentils, Main Dishes, Stews and Chillies

When Indian dal meets Irish stew

When I made this recipe, what started out as a vegetarian Irish stew turned into a hybrid Irish stew / Indian dal. The result was a nutritious, colourful and flavourful dish. The Indian spices with the black lentils, sumac, fresh parsley, tomatoes, glazed carrots, potatoes and a hint of cashew cream lend an earthy, savoury […]

Lentils, Main Dishes, Soups

Carrot ginger yellow lentil soup

This vegan soup is light and refreshing and of course, wholesome and nutritious. Whether you’re vegan or not, you will love this carrot lentil soup! It can be served as a starter or as a main meal with crusty bread. It’s a hot soup that can be served any time of the year. Here’s the recipe […]

Curries and Dal, Lentils, Main Dishes

Indian Dal

The image above is the Indian Dal that I’ve been making for many years. This Dal dish is spiced-up with fresh coriander, ground turmeric and other spices that give Indian food that distinct taste. By the way, did you know that turmeric is very good for your health? You can read about the health benefits […]

Condiments and Sides, Lentils, Main Dishes, Rice, Salads

Wild rice and lentil salad

This salad with wild rice, lentils and grilled vegetables is more than just a salad; it’s a complete meal rich in fibre, protein, minerals and vitamins. You can eat it cold or heat it up. The grilled pinenuts add an extra nutty flavour. Make sure that you let the salad marinate before serving. For added flavour, you […]