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Cook lentils

No soaking needed.

Three steps

  1. Rinse dried lentils in a sieve. They need no soaking.
  2. Simmer them in about three times their volume of unsalted water: green or brown lentils for 20 to 25 minutes, red lentils for 10 to 15 minutes.
  3. Drain if needed and season at the end. Cool leftovers quickly, keep them in the fridge and eat them within 2 days.

LeafUp gives general food guidance for adults. It is not medical or dietary advice. With a health condition, during pregnancy or with allergies, ask your doctor or a dietitian.