Legume / Pulse | Vegan Gluten Free High Fiber Low Fat

Split Red Lentils

Lens culinaris Allergen-Free
Split Red Lentils

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Fabaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Indian, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Lentils

¿Qué es Split Red Lentils?

Lentils with their outer husks removed and split in half, requiring no pre-soaking and cooking quickly into a creamy consistency.

¿A qué sabe Split Red Lentils?

Split Red Lentils tiene un sabor earthy, mild, slightly sweet con aromas mildly leguminous, earthy.

Taste
Earthy, Mild, Slightly Sweet
Texture
Soft, Creamy, Mushy (cooked)
Aroma
Mildly Leguminous, Earthy
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Información Nutricional

Per 50 g (dry)
Calories358 kcal
Total Fat1 g
Saturated Fat0.2 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein24 g
Total Carbohydrate63 g
Dietary Fiber11 g
Total Sugars2 g
Calcium40 mg
Iron7.5 mg
Potassium677 mg

El Secreto del Chef

Rinse lentils thoroughly before cooking to remove any dust or debris, ensuring a cleaner final taste. They do not require pre-soaking.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Split Red Lentils

El mejor sustituto para Split Red Lentils es Yellow Split Peas, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Similar cooking time and creamy texture, but a slightly different flavor profile.

Sustitutos para Split Red Lentils con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Yellow Split Peas Mejor 1:1 Similar cooking time and creamy texture, but a slightly different flavor profile.
Whole Red Lentils 1:1 Will hold shape better, slightly longer cooking time, good for salads or stews.
Mung Dal (Split Mung Beans) 1:1 Faster cooking, similar creaminess, mild flavor suitable for dals.
Small Pasta (e.g., Orzo) 1:1 (cooked) For adding bulk and texture to soups, but lacks protein and fiber of lentils.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Split Red Lentils

  1. Look for consistent color and no signs of insect damage.
  2. Store in airtight containers.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Split Red Lentils?

  • Cumin
  • turmeric
  • ginger
  • garlic
  • cilantro
  • tomatoes
  • spinach
  • rice.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Split Red Lentils?

Earthy, Mild, Slightly Sweet Mildly Leguminous, Earthy

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Split Red Lentils?

El mejor sustituto es Yellow Split Peas (1:1). Similar cooking time and creamy texture, but a slightly different flavor profile.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Split Red Lentils?

Look for consistent color and no signs of insect damage. Store in airtight containers.

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