Premium Organic Brown Lentils | 100% Certified Organic

🌱 Why You’ll Love Them

• High Protein — 25g per 100g (more than beef!)
• No Soaking — cook in 25 minutes from dry
• Budget-Friendly — cheapest quality protein source
• Versatile — soups, stews, salads, curries, bolognese

✨ How to Use

🍲 Soups: Simmer in vegetable or chicken stock for hearty lentil soup.

🍛 Dhal: Cook with Turmeric and Cumin for classic Indian dhal.

🥗 Salads: Cool and toss with vinaigrette for protein-packed salad.

🥩 Bolognese: Replace half the mince with cooked lentils.

🥙 Meal Prep: Cook a big batch Sunday, use all week.

🍲 Recipe: Easy Lentil Soup

• 1 cup Brown Lentils (rinsed)
• 1 onion + 2 carrots + 2 stalks celery (diced)
• 1 tsp Cumin + 1 tsp Turmeric + 4 cups stock

Method: Sauté veges + spices. Add lentils + stock. Simmer 25 mins until lentils are tender. Season. Blend half for creamy texture, or leave chunky. Hearty, cheap, packed with protein! 🍲

🤝 Pairs Perfectly With

• Cumin Seeds — for dhal

• Organic Turmeric — colour and health

• Garam Masala — finish dhal

• Bay Leaves — for soups and stews

💡 Storage: Dry lentils last 2+ years sealed. No soaking needed! Rinse before cooking. 1 cup dry = ~2.5 cups cooked.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How should I store Brown Lentils?

Store in a cool, dark place in an airtight container, away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. This preserves freshness, flavour, and potency for longer.

How long does Brown Lentils last?

When stored correctly in an airtight container, it maintains full potency for 12–18 months. Ground spices fade faster than whole — if the aroma weakens, it’s time to replace.

Where can I buy Brown Lentils in NZ?

Premium Spices offers Brown Lentils online in New Zealand. Shipped fresh from our Auckland warehouse with airtight packaging for maximum freshness nationwide.