orange lentils

Orange (red) lentils are commonly used in soups, purees, vegetable stews, salads, casseroles, and as side-dish ingredients.

They are sold in single packages. Available net weights shown include 16 ounces (1 lb) and 240 ounces (15 lb).

They have a mild, subtle flavor that complements seasonings and a vibrant orange-red color that adds visual appeal to dishes.

The descriptions state these lentils tend not to accumulate nitrates, toxic elements, or radionuclides. They also include a California Proposition 65 warning noting possible lead exposure.

Listings note about ten major lentil varieties that differ in color and identify the orange-red hue as one of those visual varieties.

The lentil is a member of the Fabaceae (legume) family, with lens-shaped seeds that grow in pods; plants can reach about 40 cm in height.

They are described as whole, dried lentils with no artificial additives or preservatives.