Organic green lentils are green-brown in colour and hold their shape quite well when cooked. These lentils are popular in India, where they are called dal.
| Nutritional Information | Average quantity per 100g | |
| Energy | 1272kj |
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| Protein | 24.5g |
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| Carbohydrates | 38.6g |
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| Sugars | 1.5g |
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| Fat Total | 2g |
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| Fat Saturated | 0.3g |
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| Sodium | 5mg |
Ingredients: Organic Green Whole Lentils.
Benefits See the benefits of this product
Lentils are high in protein - one cup of cooked lentils contains 18 grams of protein. One cup of lentils also has 6.6 milligrams of iron, which is about one-third of what you need for the entire day. Green lentils are also full of fibre and are high in magnesium.
Served Best See the best way to serve this product
They make a great addition to a salad or dal. Popular in Indian dishes.
How To Cook See how to cook this product
Soak overnight before cooking to reduce cooking time and improve digestibility. Drain and rinse. Cook over the stove - bring to boil, reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 35-45 minutes, skimming away foam from water.