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60 irresistible lentil recipes to rock the holidays

A success at the end of the year, lentils are, in fact, a legume that can (and should!) be consumed throughout the year: nutritious and versatile, it can be an ingredient in soups, salads, various dishes or simply , used as a substitute for beans in everyday life.

Nutritionist Cristiane Braga Kanashiro, from Clínica Due, explains that lentils are a legume rich in fiber, carbohydrates and vegetable proteins. For a balanced diet, according to Cristiane, it is recommended to eat two tablespoons of legumes at lunch and dinner. Below you can find delicious recipes using this food and good reasons to consume it on a daily basis (and not just at the end of the year!).

Main dishes

1. Cooked Lentil: To make this delicious lentil, in addition to the main ingredient, you will use olive oil, onion, carrots, garlic, tomato, vegetable broth, dried tarragon, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper to taste.

2. Delicious lentils: with this recipe you learn a trick to cook lentils in a very simple way, but with a secret taste, which guarantees a delicious result.

3. Lentil with orange and bacon: the use of orange gives a very mild flavor to the dish. It is possible to make the recipe in the pressure cooker, but the tip is to make it in the common cooker, without rushing. It will take about an hour for it to be fully cooked but not falling apart.

4. Lentils with Nuts and Fried Onions: To make this delicious dish that serves two people, you will need dried lentils, large onions, olive oil, chopped nuts, hot water, minced garlic, Syrian pepper and salt to taste.

5. Lentil with smoked pork loin: the recipe uses smoked pork loin as it is easier to use than fresh, and is well seasoned with a stir-fry. In addition to the lentils and sirloin, you will use bay leaves, oil, onions, garlic, peppers, ground cumin, paprika, and salt.

5. Lentil Bolognese Sauce: A great alternative for vegetarians or vegans. You will only use raw lentils, garlic, onions, olives, sweet paprika, tomato sauce, water, chopped basil, parsley, chives, salt and olive oil.

6. Lentil with vegetables and goat cheese: to make this different and tasty dish, you will use red pepper, zucchini, red onion, thyme, basil, olive oil and salt. For the accompaniment, palm heart, balsamic vinegar, salt and olive oil.

7. Lentil curry: quick, easy and delicious option to accompany meats, roasted kibbeh, grilled chicken fillet and even fish. It is simple to prepare and the taste is wonderful. Not to mention that the scent of the curry and the other spices leave that smell of good food in the air!

8. Lentil curry with chicken and vegetables: a complete and tasty dish. You will need oil, chicken breast, extra virgin olive oil, onions, garlic, pink lentils, boiling water, carrots, green beans, curry powder, sweet potatoes, parsley, tomatoes, salt and pepper.

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9. Lentil with apple and curry: it’s a gluten-free, lactose-free, totally vegan and very tasty dish. Good tip for the holidays! You will only use lentils, red apples, onions, olive oil, curry powder and salt to taste.

10. Lentils with paprika and eggs sauce: a “comfort food” style recipe, one of those pure affection, full of simplicity and lots of flavor. Orange lentil was used, but if you don’t find it, you can use regular lentil without any problems!

11. Lentil stew with peas: a cheap, nutritious and very tasty option, especially for those who only have a little pea and a little lentil at home… Well, in this recipe you add your “little” and make the food yield!

12. Fettuccine with lentils and caramelized onions: easy to prepare, this pasta can be a good choice for the holidays or simply for a special dinner. You will need olive oil, onions, fettuccine, lentils, salt, pepper and parsley.

13. Rice with lentils and sausage: to make this complete dish you will need onion, garlic, pepperoni sausage, tomato, lentil, yellow pepper, rice, salt, pepper and parsley.

14. Rice with lentils and breaded onions: a delicious dish where the three main ingredients – rice, lentils and onions – combine perfectly. In addition to them, you will use olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, egg and wheat flour to sprinkle the onion.

15. Lentil Meatballs: To prepare this recipe for coeliacs, you must check if the oats are gluten free. But if you don’t have oat flour and don’t mind the presence of gluten, replace the oat flour with wheat flour.

16. Rice with lentils and roast loin: a complete dish, a good choice for the end-of-year festivities. You will use salted pork loin soaked overnight, lentils, bay leaves, rice, butter, garlic, onion, cloves, cinnamon and salt.

17. Rice with lentils for the New Year: a typical dish for this special date. The preparation is simple and you will basically use white rice, dried lentils, onions, garlic, dehydrated thyme, pepperoni, chopped parsley, paprika powder, oil, butter, broth and salt.

18. Lentil cream with pepperoni: a recipe recommended for cold periods. After all, who said that lentils should only be consumed at the end of the year?! It is a hot and delicious dish, a thick cream, capable of brightening the palate and calming hunger.

19. Vegan lentil cake: great tip to use up leftover lentils and vegetables. The yield is eight large slices and the preparation takes about an hour. The result is a savory, savory cake with just the right seasoning and a deliciously crispy crust.

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20. Roasted lentil and quinoa rocambole: good tip for Christmas dinner. A vegetarian, tasty, nutritious and protein roulade, which has a delicious texture, in addition to being a dish that has a good presentation.

21. Lentil pie with mushrooms: vegetarian recipe, this is a different and delicious pie, with lentils and red wine, with a meat pie face, and served with tomato coulis. The recipe is worth writing down!

22. Lentil, Meat and Potato Pie: To make this simple yet delicious recipe, you will only need potatoes, onion, garlic, olive oil, ground beef, soy protein, salt, pepperoni, black pepper, cream cheese and boiled lentils.

23. Polenta with lentil and almond ragu: a complete, elegant, different and tasty dish. For the polenta, you will use vegetable broth, salt, turmeric, cornmeal and fresh soy cream. For the ragout, almonds, onion, oil, lentils, vegetable broth, pepper, tomato, basil, leek, Paris mushrooms, salt, tomato sauce and Brazil nuts.

soups

24. Lentil and Eggplant Soup: Delicious and creamy, it goes perfectly with a glass of wine. The tip is not to forget to roast the eggplants, as this guarantees a delicious smoked flavor.

25. Lentil soup with carrots and bacon: a comfortable soup, the kind that makes you happy while the heat gradually invades your body, giving you that feeling of relaxation! Good tip for a cold night after a day of work!

26. Lentil soup, cabbage, split peas, rhizoni and sausage: a soup, tasty, complete and filling! Ideal for cold nights and when you want to splurge on dinner.

27. Lentil soup with poached egg: good tip for cold days and it’s an easy soup to prepare. The charm is due to the poached egg served over the soup, which gives a very special color and gives the dish a touch of sophistication.

28. Lentil soup with apricot: easy and tasty recipe, which yields 10 servings. You will only use dry lentils, water, dried Turkish apricots, butter, onions, salt and rosemary.

29. Potato and lentil stew: a very simple idea that results in a delicious, nutritious and quick-to-prepare dish. Rice and a good salad complement this delicious suggestion.

30. Red Lentil Soup: Nutrients aside, red lentils are tasty, mild in flavor, and cook faster. In this recipe, it is prepared as a soup, ideal for cold days, and full of spices to brighten the palate.

31. Red Lentil Soup with Crispy Onions: A different recipe, Arabic style. If you can’t find red lentils, you can substitute green ones, which are easier to find.

32. Lentil, Endive, and Pepper Salad: Warm salads are perfect for fall. And this, for example, can be served as a single dish or accompanied by some carbohydrate, such as Italian bread, white rice or risotto.

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33. Lentil and saffron soup: easy to make, it’s a great choice for cold days. You will need dried lentils, onions, garlic, vegetable broth, oil, turmeric powder, parsley, pepper, salt, light cream, croutons and grated cheese.

34. Light lentil soup: recipe made in the pressure cooker, this soup is well seasoned and tastes like Arab food. In addition to being easy and quick, it is light and nutritious, great for those on a diet!

35. Lentil cream with mushrooms: with other ingredients that make all the difference when it comes to enhancing the flavor of the lentil (and adding nutrients, such as carrots), this cream is delicious. Plus, it’s simple to do!

salads

36. Pomegranate lentil salad: good tip for New Year’s Eve! You will only need raw lentils, water, pomegranates, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper and parsley.

37. Lentil Salad with Carrots and Cherry Tomatoes: a great way to consume lentils on a daily basis, taking advantage of all the health benefits they offer. The seasoning of this salad is made with marinated olives, which gives a special flavor to the dish.

38. Lentil salad with shrimp and yogurt sauce: the tip is to use puy lentils, if possible, as they are quite tasty. Otherwise, use whatever you find (minus the red one). In addition to the main ingredients, you will basically use chives, olive oil, vinegar, pepper, salt and coriander, turmeric.

39. Quick Lentil Salad: A good tip for New Year’s Eve dinner. A very quick, practical and refreshing dish to open the palate. You will use the lentils, tomato, celery, red onion, lemon, ground cinnamon, salt, black pepper, extra virgin olive oil and parsley.

40. Lentil Salad with Carrots: A very good idea to use up leftover cooked lentils. It couldn’t be easier to make, just mix the lentils with vegetables, herbs and seasonings and you have a delicious and nutritious salad.

41. Lentil salad with gorgonzola and fried onions: a very different salad, which mixes cheese and lentils, and still gets a special touch of fried onions. You can serve this salad hot, cold or warm, after all, it is delicious at any temperature.

42. Lentil, Apricot and Almond Salad: Elegant, fresh and tasty, this salad is quick to make, yields 10 servings, and basically mixes lentils, wheat, pearl barley and apricots.

43. Salmon, Red Lentil and Watercress Salad: To make this sophisticated and flavorful salad, you will only use salmon, rock salt, sugar, vodka, pink pepper, dill, red onion, white cheese, watercress, red lentil, olive oil and salt.

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