And that’s where ingredients such as lentils really come into their own.
What’s more, lentils are also rich in fiber, and in the nutrients folate and potassium, which are important for managing blood pressure and cholesterol.
When you keep lentils as a pantry staple, you can make all kinds of yummy vegan dishes, from hearty soups to Indian curries, and even some Moroccan and Mexican cuisine.
What’s more, lentils tend to keep sufficiently fresh for a relatively long time, especially compared to most vegans’ go-to, fresh vegetables.
And meals based around lentils tend to be quite cheap to make to boot, because you can get a lot of lentils for your money, and a little goes a long way.
I’ve been hard at work, checking out some of the best vegan lentil recipes around on the internet, and I’ve decided to share them with you here today.
After much deliberation, I was able to put together a shortlist of my top ten, and I’ll be telling you why I like them so much, and where you can find the full recipe.
With this recipe at hand, going vegan does not mean you have to give up burgers.
You can make this vegan lentil burger patty with a mere 4 ingredients, namely wholesome lentils, fruity raisins, bread crumbs, salt, and crushed walnuts.
If you wish you can also add some mustard sauce, and this recipe explains how to make a really nice vegan mustard sauce, out of just yellow mustard, maple syrup, and a totally optional pinch of curry powder.
I like to serve mine in a seeded bun, along with lettuce, tomato, and roasted red onions!
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
This hearty meat-free pie is made up of such flavorful ingredients as green lentils, chopped tomatoes, onions, carrot, celery, garlic, red wine, tomato purée, soy sauce, and thyme leaves.
Then for the mash topping you will need some sweet potatoes, vegan margarine, mustard powder, plant-based milk (I like mine with oat milk), and pumpkin seeds.
The recipe yields 6 servings, each coming in at 374 calories, making it a great low calorie dinner.
It also happens to be low in fat and high in fiber. Delicious and nutritious!
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
Sloppy Joe’s are just delicious, they always remind me of growing up and having them as a treat on the weekend.
And with this recipe to hand you can make a version of sloppy Joe’s, that’s 100% vegan.
What’s more, these sandwiches are smoky, savory, a little spicy, and super hearty! Not to mention rich in both fiber and protein.
It’s got such flavorful ingredients as onion, garlic, bell peppers, tomato sauce, coconut sugar, vegan Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, ground cumin, and optional paprika.
The recipe yields 4 servings, coming in at just 298 calories each, and is ready to eat in as little as half an hour.
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
How about making a spicy vegan patty, for a spicy vegan burger? This recipe will show you how!
It’s super simple to make, and has such flavorful and healthy ingredients as onion, carrot, pepitas, flaxseed meal, rolled oats, bread crumbs, tamari, ground ginger, smoked paprika, coconut oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
The recipe yields 6 burgers, and each of them come in at a mere 289 calories. And as well as being low in calories, they are low in fat, too.
The prep time is 20 minute, followed by another 20 minutes of cooking time, totaling 40 minutes altogether.
They’re perfect for a summer cookout or a busy weeknight!
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
I just love the Indian flavors in this creamy coconut and lentil curry dish!
The ingredients include the likes of coconut oil, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, minced garlic, crushed tomatoes, minced ginger, turmeric, brown lentils, cayenne pepper, coconut milk, cherry tomatoes, and more.
It’s super simple to make, and the recipe yields 6 servings, each coming in at a relatively low 354 calories.
The recipe page also features a handy video, so you can see exactly what you need to do every step of the way.
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
I think you’re gonna love this one! saucy, spicy, smoky lentils in a dish that’s not only high in fiber but also high in protein too – just what a vegan needs.
It’s got intense Moroccan flavors, such as paprika (smoked or sweet), turmeric, coriander, ground ginger, and cayenne pepper.
And it’s also got some garlic, tomato paste, coconut sugar (or maple syrup if you prefer), onion, bell pepper, and apple cider vinegar.
What’s more, as the title says, it’s ready to eat in as little as half an hour, which is perfect for whipping something up on a busy weeknight.
The recipe yields 6 servings, each coming in at a mere 147 calories.
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
Now, these are just yummy! And yes, you certainly can put lentils in dessert dishes! This is just one of the recipes that proves it, there are many more.
They’re peanut butter flavored blondies, packed with plenty of rolled oats, and natural sweeteners such as all natural peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, red lentils, and a very generous sprinkling of vegan chocolate chips.
The recipe yields a whopping 16 blondies, so there’s plenty for everybody to enjoy.
The prep time is 20 minute, followed by another 20 minutes of cooking time, totaling 40 minutes altogether, so you could even whip them up on a busy weeknight!
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
And now, we’re going out with a bang – because these chocolate brownies are the bomb! You won’t believe your taste buds when you try these!
You make them in a skillet rather than in an oven, and they feature brown lentils for protein and fiber (but you won’t notice them), pitted dates, rolled oats, cocoa powder, applesauce, plant-based milk, almond butter, and vegan chocolate chips!
The recipe yields 6 large servings in total, each coming in at a reasonable 274 calories.
I recommend serving them while they’re still warm, with a dollop of vegan ice cream, and a drizzle of vegan chocolate sauce – yum!
To see the recipe in full, simply click on this link.
Wrap Up
I hope you’ve enjoyed browsing through my shortlist of vegan lentil recipes, and I won’t be at all surprised if one or two of them have caught your eye, and you decide to try them out! Bon appétit!
Hi, my name is Kimberly Kidd and I love to cook and eat delicious, nutritious meals featuring natural, organic plants.
Since my sister introduced me to vegan cooking four years ago, I have discovered so many delicious alternatives to the traditional meaty meals I used to eat.
Today I enjoy trying and making my own vegan-friendly alternatives. If my sister can do it, then so can I (and you can, too). It is easier than you may think, promise!
