Attributes
- Unique black color and plump shape.
- Quick and easy to prepare. They readily absorb a variety of wonderful flavors from other foods and seasonings and have a multitude of diverse and delicious uses.
- High in fiber, protein and complex carbohydrates, while low in fat and calories. They are naturally gluten-free, making them a delicious staple in a gluten-free kitchen. Their exceptionally low glycemic index (low GI) values and resistant starch content make them suitable for a diabetic diet.
- Lentils (also known as pulses) are very important to sustainable agriculture. They use half the renewable energy inputs of other crops such as wheat and fix nitrogen for improved soil health.
- Considered an important source of protein for vegetarian diets and a meat alternative in Canada’s food guide due to their high protein content.
How to Enjoy
- Lentils can be added to soups and stews. Black lentils maintain their shape unless overcooked.
- Sprouted and added to salads, smoothies and wraps.
- Cooking some up on the weekend and storing them in the refrigerate to add to salads and wraps throughout the week.
Storage
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How to Prepare
- Whole grains should be rinsed and drained prior to soaking and sprouting.
- Lentils can be prepared the day of serving since they do not need to be pre-soaked. Before washing lentils you should spread them out on a light colored plate or cooking surface to check for, and remove, small stones or debris. After this process, place the lentils in a strainer, and rinse them thoroughly under cool running water.
- For a firmer texture, cooking times can be reduced.
- Fieldstone Organics legumes can be milled into flour on demand with one of our domestic mills available for purchase. Grinding on demand optimizes flavor and nutrition and provides the opportunity to buy legumes in bulk packaging, resulting in overall savings.
Fun Facts
- Lentils placed in already boiling water will be easier to digest than those that were brought to a boil with the water. When the water returns to a boil, turn down the heat to simmer and cover and boil for 20 minutes.
Source
Our lentils are grown in Western Canada on healthy organic soils.
It is part of Fieldstone Granary's coordinated Organic Producer plan, where crops are grown within one degree of separation, according to the high standards of the Canadian Organic Regime. This way Fieldstone can assure a high level of purity and integrity of the legume.