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Basic French Green Lentils in a large see-through bowl on a grey picnic table outside

Basic French Green Lentils

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I LOVE French green lentils (also called Le Puy) culinarily because they stay “al dente” and are just perfect for salads!  They are very “petite” (but of course!) and  have a strong nutty flavor to them. My French Lentil and Sweet Potato Salad uses these–YUM! You will also love my Carrot Quinoa Lentils. I love lentils in general because, nutritionally, they are truly outstanding (I mean that quite literally: click here to find out more about the health benefits of lentils). They are low in calories; they are an excellent source of high-quality plant protein; an outstanding source of fiber; rich in minerals, including calcium, potassium, and magnesium and a good source of B vitamins, especially folate. I have devoted two blogs entirely devoted to lentils so you can find out more how much and why I just love them: A Clandestine Ingredient; The Goodness of Lentils.

I like to use Bob’s Red Mills organic petite French Green Lentils (click here to see package and nutrition facts).

Basic French Lentils half-fill a large see-through bowl on an outdoor grey picnic table

 

Basic French Green Lentils in a large see-through bowl on a grey picnic table outside
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  • Basic French Lentils
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Basic French Lentils

Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 2 cups cooked
Author Catherine Katz

Ingredients

  • 1 cup French green lentils dry
  • 3 1/2 cups water

Instructions

  • Bring the water to boil in a medium saucepan
  • Add the lentils and cook, uncovered, for 20-22 minutes, or until "al dente" but cooked through.
  • Place in a colander to drain and rinse under cold water and drain again.

 

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  1. Mary says

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    Thank you!! Good to know!!

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  2. Mary. Waldroff says

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    Thank you so much!! I went to Bob’s Red mill! and purchased some! The Villages is in Central Fl. Near Orlando Fl

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    • Catherine Katz says

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      YAY!!!! Mary I am so glad I was able to help in real time!!

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      • Mary says

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        Me too!! Such a big help!!

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  3. Mary Walfroff says

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    Where can I buy in The villages Lake county

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    • Catherine Katz says

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      Hi Mary, I don’t know where the villages lake county is, but you can them basically anywhere! I like to use Bob’s red mills https://www.bobsredmill.com/petite-french-green-lentils.html but again, it doesn’t have to be this brand. There are many others. I hope this helps!

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  4. Ted says

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    5 stars
    French green Lintels sprout really well in a mason jar on it’s side with a porous lid. Rinse and repeat. The sprouts are delicious for salad and for soups.

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