10 Vegan Black Lentil Recipes

Black lentils are delicious and inexpensive, and they have thicker skin so they don’t get mushy after being cooked like other lentils. These lentils also have a richer flavor that goes well with vegetables, rice, tofu, seitan, and just about anything you can think of. Enjoy!

1. Roasted Root Veggies & Kale over Black Lentils

Source: Roasted Root Veggies & Kale over Black Lentils

This Roasted Root Veggies & Kale over Black Lentils recipe by Dominique Ebra makes a wonderful quick and easy meal!

2. Black Lentil Sesame Coconut Soup

Soup: Black Lentil Sesame Coconut Soup

This Black Lentil Sesame Coconut Soup by Stephanie McKinnie is heartwarming and naturally vegan and gluten-free. An excellent source of protein and fiber, perfect for any day of the year.

3. Black Lentil Charred Broccoli Shepherd’s Pie

Source: Black Lentil Charred Broccoli Shepherd’s Pie

This Black Lentil Charred Broccoli Shepherd’s Pie by Stephanie McKinnie is an extremely warm and comforting entree. This unique take on shepherd’s pie captures the essence of the classic version minus the meat. The charred broccoli is bursting with flavor and it adds to the overall savory essence of the dish. The lentils provide protein and deliver a heartiness facet while the mashed potatoes deliver the comforting component.

4. Black Lentil Dal Stew With Carrots

Source: Black Lentil Dal Stew With Carrots

This Black Lentil Dal Stew With Carrots by Julie Zimmer is nutritious, colorful, and flavorful! The Indian spices with black lentils, sumac, fresh parsley, tomatoes, glazed carrots, potatoes, and cashew cream lend an earthy, savory, and spicy-warm flavor. It is a hybrid Irish stew and Indian dal. Lentil dal is the perfect dish to warm you up on a chilly day or just for when you need something cozy. It has a long list of ingredients, but it’s not too complicated to make. Try it out for yourself!

5. Beluga Black Lentils and Red Quinoa

Source: Beluga Black Lentils and Red Quinoa

Cooking quinoa and lentils ahead of time is a smart and quick way to prepare a dish rich in protein, fiber, and whole grains. There are multiple ways to put a meal together, ranging from veggie burgers to wholesome salads or warm dishes with grilled veggies. You can even grab whatever vegetables or fruit (tomatoes are a fruit!) you have in your kitchen or garden and improvise a meal or a side dish right on the spot. Just chop and mix with your cooked quinoa and lentils. This Beluga Black Lentils and Red Quinoa dish by Julie Zimmer is spectacular!

6. Roasted Cauliflower with Black Lentils and Dried Flowers

Source: Roasted Cauliflower with Black Lentils and Dried Flowers

Cauliflower pairs amazingly with Thanksgiving ingredients and recipes, and this dish is no exception. The addition of black lentils and dried flowers take this recipe to the next level! You have to try this Roasted Cauliflower with Black Lentils and Dried Flowers by Judy Moosmueller.

7. Pumpkin Salad with Black Lentils, Kale, and Cherry Tomatoes

Source: Pumpkin Salad with Black Lentils, Kale, and Cherry Tomatoes

This Pumpkin Salad with Black Lentils, Kale, and Cherry Tomatoes by Helene Maj is the perfect main dish for dinner, lunch pack, or just a side dish. Pumpkins give this salad a hearty and seasonal flavor, and lentils always pack many health benefits like protein and fiber. Add some fresh kale to the mix and you have a winner.

8. Mini Pot Pies With Black Lentils, Fennel, and Thyme

Source: Mini Pot Pies With Black Lentils, Fennel, and Thyme

These pot pies are exactly as they sound; a blend of vegetables including fennel, celery, carrots, and potatoes with lentils and herby thyme – it’s a hearty and comforting veg-packed dish that’s healthy too. These Mini Pot Pies With Black Lentils, Fennel, and Thyme by Hannah Sunderani are made healthier by reducing the amount of pie crust needed and baking the meal into adorable, portion-controlled dishes! So you can feel guilt-free about succumbing to your yearning for pie.

9. Black Lentil Dosa

Source: Black Lentil Dosa

A staple dish in South Indian cuisine, a dosa is a fermented crepe made primarily from rice. In this recipe, the dosa is seasoned generously with green chili, ginger, garlic, and coriander. It is also stuffed with a delicious mushroom, onion, pepper, and cabbage filling. Serve this Black Lentil Dosa by Kushi with your favorite chutney.

10. Black Lentil Chili With Pico de Gallo and Shoestring Fries

Source: Black Lentil Chili With Pico de Gallo and Shoestring Fries

This Black Lentil Chili With Pico de Gallo and Shoestring Fries by Stephanie McKinnie is the epitome of comfort food and is packed with a whole lot of roasted pepper and tomato goodness. It’s perfect on its own or you can dress it up with yummy crispy shoestring fries and an incredible, crunchy, and colorful veggie Pico de Gallo that adds a fresh quality to the mix. You can eat this chili with chips or add it to quesadillas, burritos, tacos, and salads. Yum!

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