Lentils are low in sodium and saturated fat, and high in potassium, fibre, folate, and plant chemicals called polyphenols that have antioxidant activity.
Brown lentils are slightly stronger in flavour than green lentils, with a harder skin. They can be used in soups, casseroles, rice and grain dishes or salads.
Also known by their American name, garbanzos, chickpeas have an irregular shape and earthy colour. They are very popular in Middle Eastern and Indian cuisines and lend a nutty taste to all dishes they are added to.
Lentil soup is not lentil soup without these khaki green coloured lentils. They hold their shape with cooking and are used in most soups that demand for lentils.
Much smaller in size than cannellini beans, haricot beans are the most common beans used in tinned baked beans. They are also used in soups and stews especially tomato based ones.
Even though they are tiny in shape, dark green puy lentils are full of flavour. They are the gourmet’s choice of lentils and can be added to salads for a bistro-style lunch.