lentil

noun

len·til | \ ˈlen-tᵊl

Definition of lentil

1 : a widely cultivated Eurasian annual leguminous plant (Lens culinaris) with flattened edible seeds and leafy stalks used as fodder

2 : the seed of the lentil

Examples of lentil in a Sentence

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Red lentil soup, served all over Turkey, isn’t overly thick like many soups made from legumes. — Sheryl Julian, BostonGlobe.com, "Along Norwood’s Automile, outstanding Turkish cuisine at Gyro & Kebab House," 7 May 2018 Zuckerbrot’s other lunch suggestions include a lentil soup and leafy-green side salad, or a whole-wheat wrap with veggies and protein. — Jenna Rennert, Vogue, "How to Kill Your Afternoon Sugar Craving," 7 Jan. 2019 Cook lentils per package directions. Drain and rinse to cool. — Joy Bauer, Ms, Woman's Day, "Lentil Hummus," 25 Oct. 2018 Grandma Rose recommends the lentil soup, minestrone, or the tomato basil. — Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit, "The Houston Restaurant That Astronauts—and My Grandparents—Hit Up for Lunch," 6 June 2018 Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the cafe serves tomato basil soup, quiche Lorraine, salmon with French lentils, crepe Romanoff, fruit tarts and all-butter croissant. — Jennifer Mcclellan, azcentral, "19 new restaurants opened in Phoenix in May for donuts, salads, tacos, pizza," 1 June 2018 The foods not allowed on this plan include legumes (peanuts, beans, lentils, tofu), grains, dairy, refined sugar, salt, artificial sweeteners, anything processed, and alcohol. — Amy Capetta, Good Housekeeping, "Paleo Versus Keto: Which Is the Better Diet for You?," 10 Dec. 2018 The dumplings are good for the soul, while the vegetables and lentils nourish the body. — Sunset, "6 Gourmet Backpacking Recipes for a Tasty Adventure," 22 Jan. 2018 Learn how to craft your own set (hint: fill some scrap fabric with beans or lentils, and sew shut), or buy one at Hayneedle.com. — Jessica Leigh Hester, Country Living, "3 Outdoor Games to Play This Summer," 27 June 2014

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