Crimson Lentils

Lentils, whose name comes from the Latin word Lens, is one of the top major export products of Canada, high in quality and delicious in taste. Due to its ability to do well in dry climates, Canada is like the perfect soil for this legume. These orange-colored lentils have high nutritional value, being rich in protein, fiber, carbohydrates, iron, magnesium, zinc and the vitamin B. Suitable for vegetarians, vegans and those practicing raw-food diets. This food plant is considered as one of the five healthiest foods in the world. Not to forget to mention these orange beauties are cholesterol free!

No soaking is needed and they will cook in just about five minutes!

Very convenient for making hummus or to be used as natural thickeners for sauces and soups.

The crimson lentils are also easily digestible yet they will make you feel full, without any overeating!

Besides dry climates, the crimson lentils do well in wild climates as well. The cultivation of the crimson lentils is really easy and it is harvested from climbing vines. However, the crimson color of the lentils becomes visible only after its hull is removed.

The only thing the crimson lentils are not suited for is sprouting, since they have no shell.