These Easy Lentil Recipes are perfect for Meatless Mondays or any weeknight dinner! These recipes are hearty, delicious and full of flavor!
Whether you’re looking for salads, stews or soups, you are going to love these recipes using lentils. They are the BEST Lentil Recipes!
So first thing’s first- what are lentils?? Lentils are a type of legume that are popularly used in Indian cuisine. They are commonly used in recipes like:
Lentils are often used as a substitute for meats in certain dishes (scroll down to see the sloppy joes!) It’s great for people that are trying to observe Meatless Monday, or just looking to add a little more protein to their diets.
Whether you’re looking for comforting, healthy or just plain delicious, these best Lentil Recipes are for you!
Red Lentil Soup is the best comfort food for a cold or rainy day. Packed full of vegetables and spices, this easy soup recipe is hearty enough for a meal.
Lamb Stew using ground lamb is made in just 30 minutes! Flavorful broth, crispy veggies and lentils make this fall stew recipe an easy weeknight meal.Lamb Stew using ground lamb is made in just 30 minutes! Flavorful broth, crispy veggies and lentils make this fall stew recipe an easy weeknight meal.
Thick and hearty, this Slow Cooker Vegetarian Lentil Tortilla Soup recipe is the perfect weeknight meal! You’ll love the spicy flavor and you won’t miss the meat!
Light, refreshing and satisfying, this easy make Italian Lentil Salad is packed with flavors you will love. Juicy grapes, crisp bell peppers, scallions and lemon mingle perfectly with lentils in this simple to make in minutes salad!
This shortcut vegan Bolognese is made with lentils and pantry staples that you probably already have on hand. It’s a filling, flavourful, family-friendly meal that you can have on the table in just under 30-minutes…and it’s SO easy to make!
These Instant Pot Lentil Tacos are quick and easy to make! Whether you serve them mild or spicy (yes please!) they’re sure to rock your weeknight dinner routine and even taste great the next day!
This Green Lentil Soup with a Mediterranean twist is the perfect weeknight dinner. Packed with vegetables and spices, this healthy lentil soup is a favorite!
These Lentil Vegan Wraps are healthy, filling, dairy free, nut free with a gluten-free option available. They are perfect for lunch boxes, picnics, or to be served as a main dish for lunch or dinner!
This Lentil Bone Broth Soup is a creamy bean soup full of deep rich flavor with background notes from Chinese spices, and a beautiful texture from firm green lentils!
This Orange, Red Lentil and Roast Carrot Soup is packed with goodness, full of flavor and fun to make. You can thicken or thin it to your preference, and it’s happy in the freezer!
This deliciously easy Vegan Lentil Chili is sure to impress! With stove-top, Instant Pot, and slow cooker versions all in this post, you can whip it up any way you choose with minimal effort!
Jessica the mom, wife and food lover behind Savory Experiments. She is obsessed with butter, salt and bacon and spends all her time in the kitchen and behind a camera. Jessica is a contributor to PopKitchen by Parade, Better Homes & Gardens, The Daily Meal Food + Travel and more!