Green lentils
Lentils are a source of slow carbohydrates and low fat. Due to the large amount of vegetable protein they are considered an ideal substitute for meat. Green lentils are full of fiber, which makes meals healthy and satisfying.
Lentils can be used to make delicious side dishes, salads, soups and even baking fillings. It gives the dishes a spicy aroma and provides a rich taste with a nutty flavor. Spices such as anise, bay leaves, parsley stalks, garlic and allspice will be a great addition to this product.
Three facts about organic green lentils:
- The benefits of green lentils lie in their abundance of vitamins and minerals: potassium, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, zinc and B vitamins. The regular consumption of lentils provides a positive effect on the health of the intestines, as well as blood vessels helping to reduce blood cholesterol levels and preventing the development of atherosclerosis.
- Lentils contain tannin, a valuable organic substance with has fungicidal properties. In medicine, it is found in the composition of anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and hemostatic agents. Tannin also has an antioxidant effect on the body.
- Green lentils beans retain their shape perfectly when heated. Their preparation does not require pre-soaking. Just pour water and cook for 30 minutes.
| Nutrition value | |
|---|---|
| Calories | 331 kcal |
| Proteins | 23,9 g |
| Fats | 1,3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 56,9 g |
| Dietary fibres | 30,5 g |
| Water | 10,4 g |
| Ash | 2,67 g |
| Saturated fatty acids | 0,16 g |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin PP | 2,61 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (thiamine) | 0,87 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) | 0,21 mg |
| Vitamin B4 (choline) | 96,4 mg |
| Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) | 2,14 mg |
| Vitamin B6 (pyridoxin) | 0,54 mg |
| Vitamin B9 (folic acid) | 479 mcg |
| Vitamin PP (B3, niacin equivalent) | 6,47 mg |
| Macroelements | |
| Calcium | 56 mg |
| Magnesium | 122 mg |
| Sodium | 6 mg |
| Potassium | 955 mg |
| Phosphorus | 451 mg |
| Microelements | |
| Iron | 7,54 mg |
| Zinc | 4,78 mg |
| Copper | 0,52 mcg |
| Manganese | 1,33 mg |
| Selenium | 8,3 mg |
| Information on product weight: | |
| Glass 250 ml = 210 g (695,1 kcal) | |
| Glass 200 ml = 170 g (562,7 kcal) | |
| Tablespoonful (heaped spoon, except liquid products) = 25 g (82,75 kcal) | |
| Teaspoonful (heaped spoon except liquid products) = 8 g (26,48 kcal) | |
Chemical composition of a product is characterized by calories, proteins, fats, carbohydrates, dietary fibres and vitamins. For organic products, these parameters significantly depend on natural factors – air temperature and precipitation during vegetational season, dry or rainy season, geographic latitude and longitude of cultivation, botanical grain varieties, and soil type. It is impossible to foresee all the factors, so these values are average and indicative only.
Preparing organic green lentils is simple
Healthy recipes with organic green lentils
Lentil and avocado salad
Preparation: Boil the lentil beans, put them in a sieve or colander and let cool. Peel the avocado and cut the fruit into large pieces. Place all the ingredients in a deep bowl, add olive oil, lemon juice and season to taste with salt.
Lentil pancakes