Beans are packed with nutrients, and experts suggest adding half a cup to your favorite meals for an easy health boost.

Lentil Soup Ingredients: ¼ cup olive oil 2 medium carrots 2 stalks of celery 1 large onion 1 Tablespoon granulated garlic 1 can of diced roasted tomatoes 2 cups dried lentils 6 cups chicken stock Salt ...

Lentils with leeks prove that plant-based meals can be just as hearty and satisfying as meat-based dishes – if not better!

One cup of cooked lentils provides 18 grams of the macronutrient—even more than an equivalent serving of black beans. “That makes them a great meat substitute,” says Fischer.

At a tent encampment in the hard-hit city of Nurdagi, 28-year-old Aylin Kilinçli and her mother pick up two cups of lentil soup from volunteer chefs. "When we eat the soup, it warms us," she says.

Add broth, 4 cups water, lentils, carrot, celery, and herb bundle; bring to a boil over medium-high. Reduce heat to low, and simmer, uncovered, until lentils are tender but retain their shape, 30 ...

Quinoa and lentils are two of the most popular staples in vegan diets, both of which offer unique nutritional benefits ...

2) Add water at a two cups liquid to one cups lentil ratio, cover, and bring to a boil. 3) Let water simmer until lentils are tender. This will vary based on the variety.

Reduce heat to medium, and cook, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender, 7 to 14 minutes, adding additional stock to thin, if needed. Remove 1 cup soup, and place in blender. Secure lid ...

Eating half a cup of cooked lentils gives you lots of essential nutrients and their high fiber content makes you feel full. However, the fiber in lentils can be hard for your body to break down.

Add lentils, diced tomato (along with any liquid) and 15 cups water. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until lentils are soft and water is almost gone, 20 to 25 minutes ...

Are lentils good for you? Lentils are a type of legume high in fiber, protein, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. "They’re also one of the higher protein legumes, which makes them particularly ...