Whole Green Lentils

I saw a recipe on Minimalist Baker and decided to try a knock off of it. I subbed a few things according to my preferences but OMG it came out great! I have made many lentil stews and many vegan shepherds pie type dishes but the shallots and mushrooms really went great with the lentils. High in fiber and protein too! Plus mashed potatoes make everything yummier. #lentils #mushrooms #stew #vegandinner #whatveganseat #mashedpotatoes #comfortfood #veganisnotscary #friendsnotfood

Lentils always have my back — whether it’s those days when I want beans but haven’t had the foresight to soak them in advance or those questions about the adequacy of my protein intake, #lentils are the answer. I like the firmness and peppery zing of this green variety, as well as the dependable nutrition they provide at an unbeatable price ($1.69 at the time of this review.) They’re delicious and filling in any number of recipes; recently I’ve taken to stewing them with onion, peppers, tomatoes, and Trader Joe’s soy chorizo. They don’t require much work, just a quick rinse and boil — the epitome of #veganeasychallenge.

Pantry staple. Easy, economical, great in soups and meat alternative recipes.

Homemade soups are so comforting and satisfying and can be really easy to do. Lentil is one of my favorites and it can take on different flavors really well sometimes I do a straightforward vegetable lentil and other times I give it an Italian bend. My favorite though is to give it more of a Mexican style seasoning by cooking it with fresh jalapeño, cilantro and fresh lemon or lime. It tastes even better when you eat leftovers the next day!

Trader Joe’s green lentils are my favorite. I have tried other brand, but prefer this one.