Lentils often get the undeserved rap that they are boring. But people all over the world know the truth — that they're versatile, satisfying and the perfect low-maintenance alternative to beans.

Side dish: Here's a super-simple and tasty way to prepare green lentils without a pressure cooker. Easy and very healthy, this legume has many advantages, as it is rich in nutrients. It's also very ...

Lentils are little, unassuming and packed with plant-based nutrition, but what are they anyway? This guide explains ...

A food writer's trick for turning lentils into a satisfyingly crisp topping for salads, grain bowls, and more.

If you’ve ever had a ho-hum bowl of lentil soup, you could be forgiven for thinking lentils are boring. But “if they’re cooked well, they can be luxurious,” says 2024 F&W Best New Chef Karyn Tomlinson ...

Lentils don’t always have the most exciting reputation. People tend to associate the tiny pulse with dark brown, mushy and bland soups, says cookbook author Crescent Dragonwagon. Other cultures seem ...

I don’t know why I overlook the humble lentil. These tiny legumes that resemble pancaked pebbles are often bypassed in my pantry, as I reach for grains and beans. When I finally do cook lentils, I ...

I don’t know why I overlook the humble lentil. These tiny legumes that resemble pancaked pebbles are often bypassed in my pantry, as I reach for grains and beans. When I finally do cook lentils, I ...

Armando Rafael for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews. This thrifty ingredient makes weeknight cooking so much easier. The humble lentil is a kitchen powerhouse. Armando Rafael for The ...