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HildaBWilderbeast · 2026-03-01T08:02:37+00:00

Hi all I love things with beans or lentils in and of course they are very good for you. For example I like dhal and lentil-y curries when eating out. However, I rarely cook them myself. Therefore would anyone be kind enough to share their favourite recipes based on beans or lentils? I'm not vege so if they have a meat element that's fine. Thank you XXX

karmakameleon · 03/03/2026 19:35

stickydough · 03/03/2026 17:32

Oh I’m loving this thread, I love pulses and I’d particularly love more pulsey salads in my repertoire. Another recommendation for the burnt aubergine chilli.

A simple dish that looks fancy is arrange slices of beef tomato (or just nice large tomatoes) on a plate, scatter with chickpeas, drizzle olive oil and good salt and pepper over everything, then top with slices of fried halloumi.

The absolutely best salad in the world ever is the Ottolenghi miso peanut butter chickpea one. we’ve had the first hint of spring today and my teenage son is already asking if I can make it soon it’s so good; he’s been missing it all winter 😂

ottolenghi.co.uk/pages/recipes/miso-peanut-butter-chickpea-salad

Gardenquestion22 · 03/03/2026 20:02

Daily dal – Meera Sodha https://share.google/Qzx2QaUmomTXEKj38

This is great and a brilliant recipe to follow as she explains it really clearly!

RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie · 03/03/2026 21:59

The chickpea salad link made me think of channa chaat, which is another contender for best salad ever.

Nara2k · 04/03/2026 08:24

Seaside3 · 03/03/2026 10:09

This lentil loaf is delicious. I used timmed lentils and it worked fine.

Marry me lentils were a hit in our house

These falafels are tasty

This red pepper and blackbean soup is also delicious

Coronation chickpeas are fab in wraps

For dahl i just fry onion, garlic, ginger and apices. Add lentils (uncooked) ans then tinned tomatoes, coconut milk and vegetable stock. Simmer until soft. I make a big batch and then freeze portions. You can add different thinga to each portion. Chixpeas, kale, spinach and paneer are all welcome additions.

I am on a mission to increase fibre, ao I add beans/lentils everywhere i can. Blended into soups or pasta sauces, in salads, in Mince dishes, curries. You name it, I add them.

What do you serve with lentil loaf pls?
I've made this one https://lluh.org/patients-visitors/health-wellness/live-it/kitchen/veggie-meat-loaf and I would recommend it but struggle with knowing how to serve it. Actual meatloaf would be mashed potatoes but that seems like too much carbs with a bean based one?
I may be overthinking 😂

Veggie “Meat” Loaf - Health & Wellness | Loma Linda University Health

Once a staple of the American dinner table, the meatloaf is rarely seen today. Here we bring back the classic with our modern twist. Powered by veggie proteins and enriched with savory vegetables, the meatloaf is back on the menu, baby!

https://lluh.org/patients-visitors/health-wellness/live-it/kitchen/veggie-meat-loaf

LoserWinner · 04/03/2026 10:35

Nara2k · 04/03/2026 08:24

What do you serve with lentil loaf pls?
I've made this one https://lluh.org/patients-visitors/health-wellness/live-it/kitchen/veggie-meat-loaf and I would recommend it but struggle with knowing how to serve it. Actual meatloaf would be mashed potatoes but that seems like too much carbs with a bean based one?
I may be overthinking 😂

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I’d go for a simple green salad.

Goodwitch9 · 04/03/2026 11:11

Seaside3 · 03/03/2026 10:09

This lentil loaf is delicious. I used timmed lentils and it worked fine.

Marry me lentils were a hit in our house

These falafels are tasty

This red pepper and blackbean soup is also delicious

Coronation chickpeas are fab in wraps

For dahl i just fry onion, garlic, ginger and apices. Add lentils (uncooked) ans then tinned tomatoes, coconut milk and vegetable stock. Simmer until soft. I make a big batch and then freeze portions. You can add different thinga to each portion. Chixpeas, kale, spinach and paneer are all welcome additions.

I am on a mission to increase fibre, ao I add beans/lentils everywhere i can. Blended into soups or pasta sauces, in salads, in Mince dishes, curries. You name it, I add them.

Hi Seaside, please can you link to the falafels again? Thanks!

OvernightBloats · 04/03/2026 11:51

Nara2k · 04/03/2026 08:24

What do you serve with lentil loaf pls?
I've made this one https://lluh.org/patients-visitors/health-wellness/live-it/kitchen/veggie-meat-loaf and I would recommend it but struggle with knowing how to serve it. Actual meatloaf would be mashed potatoes but that seems like too much carbs with a bean based one?
I may be overthinking 😂

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A tomato based sauce goes really well with lentil/bean loaf/wedges etc. This could be a basic tomato sauce base made from tinned tomatoes, onion, herbs. I sometimes use tinned ratatouille instead or a dollop of ajvar paste. Usually I mix the saucy element with a cooked vegetable in the sauce like green beans. Another option is to serve it with baked beans - it works really well!

Lentil loaf (and similar) can be a bit dry without some kind of sauce to go with it.

Seaside3 · 04/03/2026 19:53

Nara2k · 04/03/2026 08:24

What do you serve with lentil loaf pls?
I've made this one https://lluh.org/patients-visitors/health-wellness/live-it/kitchen/veggie-meat-loaf and I would recommend it but struggle with knowing how to serve it. Actual meatloaf would be mashed potatoes but that seems like too much carbs with a bean based one?
I may be overthinking 😂

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I served it in place of chicken for a roast, so with new potatoes, veg and gravy. My husband has an appetite!

It wasn't dry at all, I think grating the carrot and parsnips in helps. I used tinned lentils and miso rather than pesto too.