Legume Group

Lentils

About This Group

Lentils — 9 canonical legume ingredients in the Legume Ontology.

Lentils in the Legume Ontology — dried lentils used in dal, soups, and global pulse cookery, including green lentil, red lentil, and brown lentil.

At a Glance

Parent category

Legumes

Legume count

9

Scientific Classification

Display name
Lentils
Category
Legumes
Legume count
9

Taxonomy

Usage intensities represented
accent, luxury, primary

Pairing guidance is based on general culinary principles and may vary by preparation and preference.