Ziyad Gourmet Red Lentils, Superfood, Ancient Grains, No Additives, No Preservatives, Great Source of Protein, 16 oz

Price: $13.99 - $12.99
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Cultivating the Culture of Food for the Generations to Come

No company has played a greater role to preserve the beloved foods of the Middle East and Mediterranean than Ziyad Brothers Importing. For over fifty years our family has traveled far and wide to rediscover these cherished foods to reconnect them to your family. From heirloom ingredients to newly discovered flavors to trusted brands, this bond from our family to yours has helped grow vibrant communities through food, building a foundation of heritage and generational values.

Brown Lentils

Brown lentils are the most common variety – any bag in the grocery store that says “lentils” without any other descriptor is most likely full of brown lentils. This variety can range in color from khaki brown to dark black and has a mild, earthy flavor.

Green Lentils

Green lentils are extremely similar to brown lentils, but they have a more robust and slightly peppery flavor and come in a range of sizes. Green lentils can vary in color from a pale or spotted green to a green-slate color with hints of blue and black.19 Pro tip: Green lentils are a great (and less expensive) substitute for the famous French Puy lentils.

Red Lentils and Yellow Lentils

This variety of lentil ranges in color from golden yellow to orange and red. They are also the only variety sold “split,” meaning they processed into smaller lentil bits.22 These somewhat sweet and nutty lentils are very common in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine and are the key to classic dishes such as Indian dhal.

Specialty Lentils

There are many varieties of specialty lentils, but two are most common: Black beluga and Puy. Both varieties are about one-third of the size of brown or green lentils and have a rich, earthy flavor.

Taste the difference

Lentils add a great high-fiber and high-protein element to many meals. Because of their size, lentils cook much more quickly than dried beans and do not have to be soaked before cooking. They are extremely versatile and inexpensive, which makes them an accessible form of high-quality protein. Let’s take a closer look at this convenient staple.

Bring authentic flavor to your cooking – fast!

One benefit of lentils is that they can be cooked in less than an hour. While it seems like an unnecessary step, don’t skip rinsing your lentils and sifting through them before cooking to remove any stones or debris. It is rare to find stones, but it does happen. When cooking, treat lentils more like pasta than rice – the lentils do not need to absorb every bit of cooking liquid the way rice does, but you also don’t need to completely flood the lentils like you would pasta. As a general rule, one cup of dried lentils yields two to two-and-a-half cups of cooked lentils.

A humble pantry staple

The lentil is a staple ingredient that brings body to many dishes from stews to salads and side dishes. They’re a recipe workhorse. Grab Ziyad red lentils and introduce timeless recipes to your kitchen like Curried Lentil, Tomato, and Coconut Soup. Serve the popular Middle Eastern side dish Brown Rice Mujaderra with Mixed Herbs.

A fiber-rich staple food

Lentils are an easy, affordable ingredient to add to many meals, and they’re also extremely healthy. One cup of cooked lentils contains around 230 calories, 18 grams of protein, 1 gram of fat, and 16 grams of fiber.

Use in classic Middle Eastern recipes

Ziyad’s lentils are perfect for classic recipes like red lentil pot pies, red lentil soup, masoor dal and red lentil curries.

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 1.44 x 1.48 x 1.19 inches; 1 Pounds
UPC ‏ : ‎ 074265002383
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Ziyad
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B005WIFGDQ

ANCIENT LEGUME: Red lentils have a mild, subtly sweet flavor and are the nuttiest lentil. It’s one of the world’s oldest foods, originating from Asia and North Africa and they’re popularly used in Middle Eastern and Indian cuisine
SUPERFOOD: Source of calcium, phosphorus, iron, B vitamins, fiber, and protein making an essential diet staple. Vegetarian, and vegan with NO artificial flavors or colors
VERSATILE: Red Lentils easily break down while cooking, making them perfect for dishes like mujadara, lentil soup, stews, chilis, dips, veggie burgers, and Indian dal curries
EASY TO MAKE: No need to presoak, cooks in just 15-20 minutes! Tasty by itself or served over rice and mixed veggies
FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS: Ziyad is family owned and has been providing families with the highest quality products since 1966