North Dakota organic family green lentils from mineral rich, vital soil. Green lentils Lens culinaris are small, round, lens-shaped legumes, not beans. They are a bit larger than French and other lentils and hold their shape better when cooked. Sometimes called pulse, a staple food around the world, common in Middle Eastern cuisine, and in Indian dishes as dal, dhal, dahl, or daal. They are quick cooking, versatile, very nourishing, and require no soaking before cooking. Ideal for soup, stew, pâté, curries, and salads, together with whole grain they provide complete protein. pareve