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Healthy Recipes using Eston Green Lentils

Eston Green Lentil Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

A refreshing salad featuring Eston green lentils, mixed greens, and a zesty citrus vinaigrette, perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked Eston green lentils
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine cooked lentils, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Spicy Eston Green Lentil Soup

A hearty and spicy soup made with Eston green lentils, tomatoes, and a blend of spices, perfect for warming up on a chilly day.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup dried Eston green lentils
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large pot, sauté onion, garlic, and carrot until softened.
  2. Add lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until lentils are tender.

Eston Green Lentil and Quinoa Bowl

A nutritious bowl combining Eston green lentils and quinoa, topped with roasted vegetables and a tahini dressing for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked Eston green lentils
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup mixed roasted vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, carrots)
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, layer cooked lentils and quinoa.
  2. Top with roasted vegetables.
  3. In a small bowl, mix tahini, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, then drizzle over the bowl.

Eston Green Lentil Burgers

Delicious and protein-packed burgers made from Eston green lentils, oats, and spices, served on whole-grain buns.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked Eston green lentils
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 whole-grain burger buns
  • Lettuce and tomato for serving
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mash cooked lentils and mix with oats, onion, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Form into patties and cook on a skillet over medium heat until golden brown.
  3. Serve on whole-grain buns with lettuce and tomato.

Eston Green Lentil Stir-Fry

A colorful and nutritious stir-fry featuring Eston green lentils, bell peppers, broccoli, and a savory soy sauce.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked Eston green lentils
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil and sauté bell pepper and broccoli until tender.
  2. Add cooked lentils, soy sauce, and ginger, stirring to combine.
  3. Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Eston Green Lentil Tacos

Healthy and flavorful tacos filled with seasoned Eston green lentils, avocado, and fresh salsa, perfect for a quick meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked Eston green lentils
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 4 corn tortillas
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup fresh salsa
  • Cilantro for garnish
Instructions
  1. In a skillet, combine cooked lentils, chili powder, and cumin, heating through.
  2. Warm corn tortillas in a separate pan.
  3. Fill tortillas with lentil mixture, avocado, and salsa, garnishing with cilantro.

Eston Green Lentil and Spinach Stuffed Peppers

Bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of Eston green lentils, spinach, and spices, baked to perfection.

Ingredients
  • 4 bell peppers, halved and seeded
  • 1 cup cooked Eston green lentils
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix lentils, spinach, onion, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Stuff the mixture into bell pepper halves, top with cheese if desired, and bake for 25-30 minutes.

Eston Green Lentil and Sweet Potato Curry

A fragrant and hearty curry made with Eston green lentils and sweet potatoes, simmered in coconut milk and spices.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked Eston green lentils
  • 1 medium sweet potato, diced
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. In a pot, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
  2. Add sweet potato, coconut milk, cooked lentils, curry powder, and salt, bringing to a simmer.
  3. Cook until sweet potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.

Eston Green Lentil and Avocado Toast

A simple yet delicious avocado toast topped with seasoned Eston green lentils for a nutritious breakfast or snack.

Ingredients
  • 2 slices whole-grain bread
  • 1 cup cooked Eston green lentils
  • 1 avocado, mashed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes for garnish
Instructions
  1. Toast the whole-grain bread slices.
  2. In a bowl, mix mashed avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread the avocado mixture on toast, top with cooked lentils, and sprinkle with red pepper flakes.

Eston Green Lentil Pasta Salad

A protein-packed pasta salad featuring Eston green lentils, whole-grain pasta, and a variety of colorful vegetables, dressed in a light vinaigrette.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked Eston green lentils
  • 2 cups cooked whole-grain pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup olives, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine cooked lentils, pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and olives.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.