A Collection of Tasty Lentil Recipes

Need some new Lentil Recipes? This post is full of tasty vegetarian and non-vegetarian lentil recipes!

If you’re digging into your pantry because of quarantine fears just know that I understand how your feelings. A lot of us are feeling the very same thing. Take care of yourself, take care of the people you love, take care of the people around you.

a collection of lentil recipes

So you’ve got a bag of lentils, or you maybe have 10 bags of lentils, but now what? What recipes were you planning to make? Do they seem old and boring?

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HAVE NO FEAR I have Lentil Recipes For You!

What were you planning on making with lentils? Do you need some new Lentil Recipes? I have you covered my friends! This collection of lentil recipes is sure to have a recipe that will grab your attention!

Vegetarian Lentil Recipes

There are a LOT of vegetarian recipes to choose from here. From soups to Indian dishes to meat replacements. We’ve got something for everyone.

And if you’re a meat-eater?

We have Non-Vegetarian Ideas too

Yes, you can cook and serve lentils with meat! That’s a double punch of protein for you!

What are lentils? This Cooking Light article has a lot of good information on Lentils and why you want to include them in your diet. Give it a read!

How to Cook Lentils

Unlike beans, lentils practically cook themselves. No soaking or pre-boiling needed! You can add them to soups and let them cook down to a mush. OR cook them until they are just fork tender for a side dish!

Vegetarian Lentil Recipes 

Be sure to scroll down for NON-vegetarian lentil recipes!

Madras Lentils
Madras Lentils—an Indian-inspired lentil dish packed with flavor and texture!
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Bowl of madras lentils served with a pita bread.
Vegan Red Lentil Soup
This Lebanese Style Red Lentil soup is seasoned with cumin, turmeric, paprika and a touch of cayenne pepper … not too spicy but enough to add a little zip!
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Gingerbread cupcakes with vanilla frosting.
One Pot Vegan Minestrone Soup • Happy Kitchen
This hearty vegan minestrone soup is packed with seasonal vegetables, beans, lentils, and whole grains. Perfect comforting vegan soup full of flavor and nutrients!
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Close-up of vegan minestrone soup in a bowl.
Instant Pot Hearty Brown Lentil Soup
A simple hearty Lentil Soup!
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A bowl of hearty brown lentil soup made in an Instant Pot.
DAL, Indian Spiced Lentils
A family favorite!
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Indian spiced lentils.
Vegan Taco Meat with Lentils (Instant Pot)
This vegan taco “meat” is made with dried lentils and pecans and is seasoned just right.
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Vegan taco meat.
Pressure Cooker Vegan Lentil Chili
Pressure Cooker Vegan Lentil Chili is a healthy and filling hot meal, packed with loads of flavor, that can be on your table in less than 30 minutes.
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A bowl of vegan lentil topped with slices of avocado and chili sauce.
Pressure Cooker Armenian Lentil Soup, Comfort Food!
Homey, soothing and comforting is the best way to describe my Pressure Cooker Armenian Lentil Soup. Fragrant, spices, herbs and lentils, make this stew a “stick to your ribs” meal. Perfect for Vegans and Vegetarians.
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American lentil soup cooked in a pressure cooker.
Our Favourite Vegan Lentil Ragu
A flavourful and nourishing lentil ragu made with dried green lentils. Perfect for using in all your favourite Italian recipes.
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Green lentil ragu vegan pasta,
Moong Dal Tadka Recipe – Yellow Dal
Super spicy and vegan moong dal tadka or Indian dal recipe. This economical and flavorsome yellow moong dal curry is just as delicious as the best restaurant version.
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Rice topped with moong dal tadka.
Red Lentil Dhal (dal, dhal)
This delicious Red Lentil Dahl recipe is ready in just 25 minutes in 1-pot! It’s a comforting Indian curry that’s naturally vegan and gluten-free.
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A plate of red lentil dal and rice with a pot of dal, a bowl of rice, and pita bread in the background.
Vegan Shepherd’s Pie
This vegan shepherd’s pie is packed with plant-based protein and incredible flavors! It’s so easy to make, and ready in under an hour. Serve this for special occasions, a wintery dinner, or pack it for lunch. Great for meal prep, and suitable for freezing.
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Vegan shepherds pie in a baking dish.
The Best Vegan Chili
Here’s the best vegan chili recipe that you will find! It’s sooo easy to make, requires very simple ingredients, cheap, and delicious! Make this on cold winter days to warm yourself up.
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Bowls of vegan chili.
Easy Lentil Soup Recipe (How to Make Lentil Soup)
This Easy Lentil Soup is made with a combination of pantry essentials plus fresh ingredients for a versatile, delicious, year-round soup recipe the whole family will love.
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A bowl of lentil soup sprinkled with shredded cheese.
Vegan Lentil Soup
This healthy vegan lentil soup is easy to make and nutrient-dense. It is packed with vegetables and perfect for Meatless Monday or anyone on a plant-based diet.
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A bowl of lentil soup.
Red Lentil Soup Recipe
This hearty vegan creamy Red Lentil Soup recipe is not just good, it's also good for you, and very easy to make in your pressure cooker or on the stove top. This easy Red Lentil Soup will have you making it again and again.
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Bowls of creamy red lentil soup.
Instant Pot Langar Ki Dal | Indian Vegetarian Lentils
If you like dal, you're going to love this Langar Ki Dal, which is the creamiest, most flavorful way to combine and cook two dals in your Instant pot!
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Overhead view of Langar ki Dal made in an Instant Pot.
Lentil And Cauliflower Vegan Tacos
These Lentil & Cauliflower Tacos are so good, you won’t miss the meat. They’re Vegan too.
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Pin for lentil and cauliflower vegan tacos.
Sweet Potato and Lentil Curry Recipe
Meatless Monday dinner is sorted with this delicious, healthy and hearty Sweet Potato and Lentil Curry. It’s an easy one-pan meal that’s ready in 30 minutes. Great for vegans!
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Vegan Air Fryer Lentil Sliders Recipe
These vegan air fryer lentil sliders are the perfect plant-based recipe for spring BBQs, picnics, and parties. They’re great alone or on burgers and bagels!
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Veggie Lentil Soup (Instant Pot)
This lentil soup is so thick, hearty, and full of flavor.
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A hearty bowl of veggie lentil soup.
Lentils: Types, Recipes and How to Cook Lentils
If you just need basic cooking instructions this one is for you!
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Lentils, a complete guide.
Pasta with Pumpkin Walnut Sage Sauce – Creamy and Delicious
A unique and tasty lentil dish.
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Non-Vegetarian Lentil Recipes

These are fun recipes that combine the pantry staple lentils with meats for flavorful nutritious dishes!

Sausage, Lentil and Rice Skillet Meal
One of our favorite weeknight dinner recipes, Sausage, Lentil, and Rice Skillet is an easy recipe with just a few ingredients. Even our children love it. It is a fast and easy recipe that your whole family will enjoy!
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A plate of Sausage, Lentil, and Rice from Hey Donna.
Spicy Yellow Split Lentils and Beef Soup with Vegetables
A healthy, filling, spicy and delicious beef soup recipe with yellow split lentils, vegetables and lots of spices
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Bowls of beef lentil soup with chili powder on the side.
Scottish Red Lentil (and Barley) Soup
Scottish red lentil soup is a common soup in Scotland, perfect for cold days! Can be made vegan!
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5 Minute Lentil Soup
Ready to cook in only 5 minutes, this lentil soup will be a regular menu item in no time. Easily made vegan!
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Delicious Stick to Your Ribs Homemade Bean Soup
A hearty delicious homemade bean soup that will have them coming back for seconds. It's one of those recipes that is even better the second day. Any leftovers can be frozen for those nights when you're too tired or busy to cook.
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Pin for homemade bean soup.
Smokey BBQ Baked Lentils, Cedar Plank Salmon
A creative twist on baked beans!
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Salmon with baked lentils.
Carrot and Red Lentil Soup
Mmmm soup and crispy shrimp!
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A bowl of soup and salad topped with shrimp and fresh basil.
Lentil and Kale Soup with Merguez
This soup features a North African Sausage but you can easily sub in Italian Sausage instead!
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A bowl of lentil and sausage soup with bread on the side.
a collection of lentil recipes

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