Description
Red split lentils are the fastest-cooking lentil there is – rinse, simmer for around 15-20 minutes, and they melt into a creamy dhal or soup base.
High in protein, with 27g of protein per 100g, red split lentils are naturally gluten-free and suitable for vegan and vegetarian diets. Sold skinless and split, they need no soaking and break down smoothly, thickening everything they cook in.
Best for
- Everyday tarka dhal and red lentil curries
- Creamy spiced soups – red lentil and tomato, lentil and carrot
- Thickening stews, sauces and bakes
- Fast one-pot dinners on busy nights
FAQ
Do red split lentils need soaking? No – just rinse well in cold water and simmer until soft, usually around 15-20 minutes.
Red split, brown or green? Red split cooks fastest and turns creamy; brown lentils are the mild all-rounder that holds its shape; green lentils are firmer and more peppery for salads.
Is there an organic version? Yes – our organic red split lentils carry organic certification; this natural listing is the lower-priced option.
Available in 500g, 1kg, 2kg and 3kg resealable pouches, plus a 25kg bulk sack for trade and batch cooking.
Ingredients: Red Split Lentils
May contain traces of nuts, peanuts, sesame seed, cereals containing gluten & soya
Suitable for Vegan & Vegetarian diets
Country of Origin: Turkey
| Typical Values | Per 100g |
| Energy | 342kcal/1432kJ |
| Protein | 27 g |
| Fat | 1.4 g |
| - Of Which Saturates | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 55 g |
| - Of Which Sugars | 1.5 g |
| Salt | 0 g |
| Fibre | 3.9 g |