Plant this cool-weather legume to replenish nutrients in your garden soil. Like many crops, lentil plants have been grown for thousands of years and have spread from their native Mediterranean to ...

Lens culinaris, the lentils plant, has many different names. The term “lentil” is a direct reference to the word “lens”, which not only references its botanical name but its shape.

From hardy green, black, and brown lentils to fall-apart red and yellow varieties, these little legumes make a great addition to all kinds of meals. Jodie Kautzmann is an editor, baker ...

This creamy vegan lentil curry is packed with protein and ready in just 30 minutes, meaning it's a great weeknight meal ...

Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein, and alongside the veggies and a side of carbs, they make for a filling and satiating dinner. Plus, it takes only 20 minutes to make. I whip up a ...

Give plants about 1 inch of water per week. At least 10 inches of annual rainfall is needed," says Judy. "If weather conditions become especially dry, know that lentil plants are drought tolerant.