Do you want to make lentil at home, but don’t know how. Here is a very simple recipe on How to Cook Lentils. This easy recipe makes delicious lentils to use in recipes or eat as is. Make these perfectly cooked lentils tonight.
How to Cook Lentils
If you see a lot of recipes that use lentils, but don’t know how to cook lentils, this is the perfect recipe for you. With this lentil beans recipe, you can make lentils that are good enough to eat as the best lentil soup recipe or to use in other recipes, like my vegetarian chili recipe.
What are Lentil Beans
Lentil beans are part of the legume family. They are high in nutrition, low in fat and have no cholesterol. They are also a great choice for protein.
Do Lentils Have to Be Soaked
Unlike other beans, these lentil beans do not need to be soaked before you cook them. Simply put the lentil in a pot with water and seasoning and boil.
How Long Do Cooked Lentils Last
Once you have cooked the lentils, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The lentils will last up to 4 days when stored properly.
How Many Weight Watchers Points in Cooked Lentils
Lentils are a good choice when it comes to finding foods that are 0 Weight Watchers Points. It is a way to add in protein without adding in points to your diet.
Ingredients in Cooked Lentils
- dried green, brown, or French lentils
- water
- bay leaf
- garlic clove or other seasoning you like
- salt
Other Things You Need
- Measuring cups
- Strainer or colander
- Small saucepan
How to Cooke Lentils
Put the lentils in a strainer. Rinse and inspect the lentils. Remove any lentils, rocks and other items that should not be there. Rinse well.
Put the lentils in a pot on the stove and then add the water and seasoning. Do not salt the lentils yet.
Bring the water to a rapid boil. Reduce the heat to medium low or low to simmer the lentils for 20 to 30 minutes. Add enough water to keep the lentils just barely covered.
Once the lentils are tender, salt the lentils to taste. You can also add olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar or other fresh herbs.
Use the lentils as is, add to soups, salads or other recipes.
Want More Weight Watchers Recipes?
- Rocky Road Cupcakes – Weight Watchers Friendly
- Chocolate Muffins – Only 2 WW Points
- Weight Watchers Banana Pudding
- Weight Watchers Chocolate Mousse
- Healthy Peanut Butter Fruit Dip
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More Weight Watchers Help
Need Help Staying on Track? Try these ideas:
- Use these Meal Prep containers so you have meals ready that are low in points and help you avoid the wrong foods. You can also use the Weight Watchers Freestyle Make It and Take It Kit.
- Make sure you are drinking enough water with a reusable water bottle that helps you track your water. I have these 2 and they work great. Hydr-8 Purple 32ounce Water Bottle with Swivel Lid and 32 oz Clear Sports Water Bottle, Best for Measuring H2o Intake
- If you don’t want to pay for the app to be able to calculate your points, consider the Weight Watchers SmartPoints Calculator for Freestyle Program which is sold by Weight Watchers so you know the Points are right. The online calculators are not always accurate.
- Need to start an Exercise Program? Try this Weight Watchers 15 minute Boot Camp DVD.
- 1 cup dried green brown, or French lentils
- 2 cups water
- 1 bay leaf garlic clove, or other seasonings (optional)
- 1/4 to 3/4 teaspoon salt
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Put the lentils in a strainer. Rinse and inspect the lentils. Remove any lentils, rocks and other items that should not be there. Rinse well.
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Put the lentils in a pot on the stove and then add the water and seasoning. Do not salt the lentils yet.
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Bring the water to a rapid boil. Reduce the heat to medium low or low to simmer the lentils for 20 to 30 minutes. Add enough water to keep the lentils just barely covered.
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Once the lentils are tender, salt the lentils to taste. You can also add olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar or other fresh herbs.
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Use the lentils as is, add to soups, salads or other recipes.
