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Lentil dinner recipes

Discover Pinterest’s 10 best ideas and inspiration for Lentil dinner recipes. Get inspired and try out new things.
Lentil Bolognese Recipe (Vegan + Gluten Free)

This easy lentil bolognese recipe is filled with flavor and a great way to switch up pasta, plus it comes together in under 30 minutes!

Creamy Coconut Lentil Curry

Creamy Coconut Lentil Curry made using authentic Indian vegan and gluten-free ingredients that go perfectly with rice or flat bread.

Lentil Shepherd's Pie - Vegan & Gluten-Free - A Virtual Vegan

The ultimate Vegan Lentil Shepherd's Pie featuring rich, flavourful, saucy lentils topped with fluffy, creamy mashed potatoes & baked until deliciously golden brown & crispy. Easy, healthy, comforting and filling!

One Pot Cheesy Mexican Lentils, Black Beans and Rice - Recipe Runner

525 · 60 minutes · A healthy, vegetarian, gluten free dinner the whole family will love! You won't miss the meat in this easy to make, One Pot Cheesy Mexican Lentils, Black Beans and Rice!

Ingredients

Produce
  • 1 15 ounce can Black beans
  • 1/4 tsp Chipotle, ground
  • 1 Cilantro
  • 1/2 cup Corn, frozen
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 1 4 ounce can Green chiles
  • 1/2 cup Green lentils, rinsed (brown or red lentils may also be used)
  • 1/2 cup Tomatoes, fire roasted
  • 1/2 cup Yellow onion
  • 1 Zucchini, small
Canned Goods
  • 2 cups Vegetable broth, low sodium
Pasta & Grains
  • 1/2 cup Brown rice, long grain
Baking & Spices
  • 1 tsp Chili powder
  • 1 Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper
Nuts & Seeds
  • 1/2 tsp Cumin, ground
Dairy
  • 3/4 cup Cheese
Prepared
  • 1 cup Enchilada sauce, red
Lentil Stew is a vegan, gluten-free one-pot stew made with brown lentils and vegetables.

We have for you 21 delicious lentil recipes that are vegetarian, wholesome, and probably the best ways to eat lentils every day.

This Moroccan lentil carrot salad with mint, raisins, nuts, and warmly spiced dressing is the perfect side salad or light lunch paired with pita and hummus.

This Moroccan lentil carrot salad with mint, raisins, nuts, and warmly spiced dressing is the perfect side salad or light lunch paired with pita and hummus.

Lentils cooked in pot with wooden spoon.

6 · 60 minutes · A pan of vegetarian lentil enchiladas topped with cheese and pico de gallo.

Ingredients

Produce
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 cups Green lentils
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Oregano, dried
  • 1 Red onion, small
Canned Goods
  • 2 tbsp Tomato paste
Baking & Spices
  • 1 1/2 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
  • 2 tbsp Chili powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika, smoked
  • 1 Pinch Red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp Salt
Oils & Vinegars
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
Nuts & Seeds
  • 4 tsp Cumin, ground
Bread & Baked Goods
  • 12 Flour tortillas
Dairy
  • 4 cups Colby jack cheese
Prepared
  • 2 10-ounce cans Enchilada sauce, red
Baked Lentil Falafel! Aka your best new 30 minute dinner with mega FLAVOR, crispy crunch, and soft pillowy insides. Made with lentils, cilantro, mint, garlic, and lemon. Baked instead of fried! #veganrecipe #lentilrecipe #falafelrecipe #glutenfreerecipe | DarnGoodVeggies.com

3 · 30 minutes · Baked Lentil Falafel! Aka your best new 30 minute dinner with mega FLAVOR, crispy crunch, and soft pillowy insides. Made with lentils, cilantro, mint, garlic, and lemon. Baked instead of fried!

Ingredients

Produce
  • 1 cup Brown or green lentils
  • 2 Garlic cloves
  • 1/2 cup Gently packed spinach
  • 2 Green onions
  • 1 Lemon
Baking & Spices
  • 1 Avocado oil
  • 1/2 cup Gently packed cilantro or parsley or a mix
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
  • 1 tsp Salt
Oils & Vinegars
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil, extra virgin
Nuts & Seeds
  • 1 tbsp Cumin
Other
  • 1/4 cup Gently packed fresh mint leaves
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An easy lentil taco meat recipe to use as a meat replacement on your taco night! Bonus, it takes barely 15 minutes to make a batch of this vegan lentil taco meat and it's also gluten-free and packed with plant-based iron.

258 · 15 minutes · This easy lentil taco meat recipe is delicious in any Mexican dish to fill tacos or burritos.

Ingredients

Produce
  • 1 1/4 cup Brown lentils, Cooked
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp Oregano
  • 1/2 Yellow onion
Canned Goods
  • 1/2 cup Tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable broth
Condiments
  • 3 tbsp Vegan worcestershire sauce
Pasta & Grains
  • 1 1/4 cup Cauliflower rice, fresh or frozen
Baking & Spices
  • 1/4 tsp Chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt
Oils & Vinegars
  • 2 tsp Olive oil
Nuts & Seeds
  • 1 tsp Cumin

Watch popular Lentil dinner recipes videos

✨ SOUL FOOD SAVINGS by @onegreatvegan ✨ EPISODE #1 - Two Ingredient Lentil Wraps For thousands of years people across the globe, from all unique vibrant cultures, have been using lentils to create nourishing, sustainable meals and now you can too! 🌍 All you need is lentils and water (plus a splash of seasoning if you are feeling fabulous) to cook up a protein packed feast. Lentils cost only $0.20 per pound so you know that this budget-friendly recipe is gonna stay on regular repeat in your home
This Amazing Lentil Chili is so tasty and easy to make. Hearty, flavorful, and delicious, this is perfect cold-weather food and something you'll want to make again and again.
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This easy goulash is fully vegan and vegetarian and includes macaroni, lentils, canned tomatoes and vegetables. All made in one-pot, it is quick enough to make during the week!